Field Controls 46520200 User Manual

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Model: UV-16R/24

ITEMS INCLUDED IN KIT:

1- 24Volt UV-Aire Ballast Assembly
1-Mounting Base
1-Ultraviolet Lamp
6-Sheet Metal Mounting Screws
1-Instruction Sheet
1-Fiberglass Duct Board Mounting Bracket
1-UVC Light Shield
2-Wire Nuts
2-1/4” Male Quick Connect Terminals
2-Scotchlok Wire Taps

The UV-Aire unit is designed to emit powerful UVC Band light rays, which sterilize and reduce airborne
microorganisms as they pass through a heating or air conditioning system. It is installed in the main supply o
return duct and operates continuously to automatically purify the air in the home 24 hours a day.

This product is not sold as a medical device and is not for the purpose of diagnosis of any disease or

condition, nor for use in the mitigation, treatment, or prevention of any disease or condition.

READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY

BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH THE INSTALLATION.

WARNING: For use with 24V ONLY! Do not exceed voltage rating. Severe damage to device and/or fire could

result. Verify proper voltage.

NOTE: This unit may require a supplemental 24V/40VA Transformer.

This device MUST be installed by a qualified agency* in accordance with the manufacturer’s installation instructions.

The definition of a qualified agency is: any individual, firm, corporation or company which either in person or through a
representative is engaged in, and is responsible for, the installation and operation of HVAC appliances, who is
experienced in such work, familiar with all the precautions required, and has complied with all the requirements of the
authority having jurisdiction.

SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS

WARNING: Never expose eyes or skin to UVC light from any source.

• Looking directly at the UVC light may cause permanent eye damage or blindness.

• Never operate the UV-Aire Air Purifying System out of the plenum.

• Designed for a closed duct system. Do not mount near a supply or a return air openin g.

• All duct openings in direct line of site of the UV light must be sealed with aluminum tape or equivalent

sealing methods.

WARNING: UV light will break down plastic materials not rated for UV exposure:
(Examples: wire insulation, flex duct, drain pans and humidifiers)

• The unit must be mounted at least 30” from the above stated type of materials.

• If it is necessary to mount the unit in direct line of site of these types of materials, they must be shielded

with aluminum foil, aluminum foil tape, or sheet metal.

WARNING: DO NOT mount this unit outdoors.

• This product is designed for indoor installation only (i.e. Attics, crawl spaces, basements, etc.).

WARNING: Never touch broken lamp or internal contents of lamp. The lamp contains mercury.

• After opening the carton, unpack and inspect the unit and lamp for damage. Do not install this unit if any
damage is noticeable. If lamp is damaged, cracked or broken, do not touch lamp or other contents in
carton. Close carton and return to seller immediately.

• In case of accidental exposure to internal contents of lamp, wash hands and any other affected skin area
with mild detergent. Remove affected clothing immediately. If skin surface is pierced, seek medical
attention immediately.

NOTE: If you touch the glass of the lamp, you should wipe the glass clean with isopropyl alcohol and a lint free
wipe. If the lamp is not cleaned, the film of hand oils causes a reduction in the light intensity.

WARNING: Before installing or servicing a humidifier, air filter, HVAC system, or this unit, etc., always turn all
power OFF and have unit unplugged. Electrical shock can cause personal injury or death. Never expose eyes or
skin to direct UVC light from any source.

WARNING: To prevent water damage or electric shock, do not mount unit under a humidifier.
WARNING: This product is designed for indoor installation only (i.e. attics, crawl spaces, basements, etc.). For

use on gas fired, oil fired, electric and split system heat pump forced air systems*. This product is NOT designed
to be mounted outside on gas fired or heat pump packaged units**.

*Split system heat pumps are systems where the air handler and the air conditioning compressor are separate units.
**Packaged units are systems where the air handler and the air conditioning compressor are built together and are installed outside of the building.

GENERAL INFORMATION

The UV-Aire unit uses technology that is recommended by doctors who state that “ultraviolet radiation, properly integrated
with heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems, shows the most promise as a widely applicable means of air
disinfection”.

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Optional UVC-Light Shield:

Designed to mount at virtually any angle to guard or shield certain plastics, wiring or air
filters that may be affected by UVC light.

SIZING AND SELECTING UNITS

See chart below:

Square Footage

(For ducts at least 16” wide)

UV-Aire

Volts Watts Amps Hz

Optional UVC-Light Shield

Up to 2000 1 24 23 1.3 60

4000 2 24 46 2.6 60

Notes:

• For applications with multiple systems, we recommend one unit per
system.

• For larger applications, multiple units are recommended. Contact
technical support at 1-252-522-3031 for sizing.

• Each unit will require it’s own transformer.

WARNING: Never expose eyes or skin to UVC light from any source. Looking directly at the UVC light may cause permanent
eye damage or blindness. Never operate the
glass portion of the lamp with your hands.

UV-Aire Air Purifying System out of the plenum. Avoid touching the

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INSTALLATION

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1. Locate a suitable location for the unit downstream from the ‘A’
coil in the supply plenum or in the return plenum; preferably
downstream from the air filter. For optimum “cleaning” effect on
the ‘A’ coil, mount the unit in the supply plenum as close as
possible to the ‘A’ coil. (See Figure 1)

CAUTION: Investigate and determine the location of the A coil prior
to drilling holes in duct for mounting unit.

NOTE: For duct board installation, refer to enclosed bagged
assembly containing mounting plate and instructions.

2. Apply supplied mounting template to air duct in either a vertical
or horizontal position as shown in Figure 2. (Leave template
mounted to duct for future reference.)

3. Drill 1/8” diameter mounting holes at positions indicated on
template. (Refer to supplied template as shown in Figure 3)

4. Cut out the large opening (1-1/2” hole) on the template. (Refer
to template as shown in Figure 3)

5. Using a ¼” to ½” drill bit, drill a viewport hole as indicated on the template. (Figure 3)

6. Optional Light Shield: The light shield may be mounted at virtually any angle.
However, when deciding on a suitable location, the mounting screw head can not be
in the shaded area of template. (See Figure 4 to view areas to avoid.)

Figure 1

7. Press shield onto duct wall then secure with screws. (See Figure 5)

Figure 3

Figure 2

Head of mounting screw CAN NOT

WARNING: Never expose eyes or skin to UVC light from any source. Looking directly at the UVC light may cause permanen
eye damage or blindness. Never operate the UV-Aire Air Purifying System out of the plenum. Avoid touching the
glass portion of the lamp with your hands.

Figure 4

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