Elite Steam
Remote Wall Blower
User manual
Revision 3.0
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WARNINGS
BEFORE INSTALLING OR HANDLING THE REMOTE BLOWER PLEASE CAREFULLY READ AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS
AND SAFETY STANDARDS DESCRIBED IN THIS MANUAL AND ON THE LABELS ATTACHED TO THE REMOTE BLOWER.
CAUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE MAIN POWER TO THE HUMIDIFIER BEFORE OPENING OR SERVICING THE HUMIDIFIER OR REMOTE BLOWER!
IMPORTANT: BEFORE beginning installation:
Check for shipping damage to cartons. Mark the shipping waybill accordingly.
Open cartons and check for any hidden damage. Mark the shipping waybill accordingly.
Check packing slip to ensure all items have been received. Notify General Filters of any shortages or
damaged parts. You must notify General Filters within 5 working days of any shortages.
This product is to be installed only in a residential setting. The conditions of the environment and the power
supply voltage must comply with the specied values listed on the data label in the humidier. All other uses
and modications made to the humidier that are not authorized by the manufacturer are considered incorrect, and the manufacturer assumes no liability for the consequences of any such unauthorized use and will
void the warranty.
Please note that the humidier contains powered electrical devices and hot surfaces. All service and/or
maintenance operations must be performed by qualied personnel who are aware of the necessary precautions and are capable of performing the operations correctly. Disconnect the humidier from the main power
supply before accessing any internal parts. The humidier must be installed in accordance with all local and
national standards.
WARNING: Your humidier requires water to operate. Do NOT mount it above materials or machinery that
could be damaged if a leak occurs. General Filters assumes no responsibility for consequential or inconsequential damage as a result of any leaks.
Disposal of the parts of the humidier: the humidier is made up of metallic and plastic parts. All parts must
be disposed of according to the local standards on waste disposal. Warranty on materials: 2 years (from the
date of production, excluding the consumable parts).
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CONTENTS
1. MODELS .............................................................................................................4
2. OPERATION.......................................................................................................4
3. CHOOSING LOCATION...................................................................................4
4. WALL OPENING................................................................................................5
5. HOUSING KNOCKOUTS.................................................................................5
6. INSTALLATION..................................................................................................6
7. ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS.........................................................................7
8. HOSE CONNECTIONS......................................................................................8
9. RMB GRILL INSTALLATION............................................................................9
10. MAINTENANCE.................................................................................................9
11. STARTUP............................................................................................................9
12. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS......................................................................9
13. TABLE OF SPARE PARTS................................................................................9
14. TROUBLESHOOTING....................................................................................10
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1. MODELS
Remote Wall Blowers are designed to distribute steam directly into the living space needing additional humidity. They are for use only with DS35, DS25, DS15P, and DS15 Elite Steam electrode
humidifiers. The remote wall blowers operate at different voltages
RMB35 230VAC ~1 for use with DS35 and DS25.
RMB15 110VAC ~1 for use with DS15P and DS15.
Remote wall blowers may only be installed in a vertical wall distributing steam horizontally.
2. OPERATION
When a demand for humidity is made, the Elite Steam Humidifier will start. The control module will recognize
the demand for steam and supply power to the RMB and the Steam Cylinder. The RMB Blower will run and
distribute the steam into the room. The RMB grill is designed to blow steam outward and slightly down to avoid
condensation on the ceiling. A cleanable filter is located behind the grill to protect the RMB from large particles.
When the demand for humidification ends, power to the steam cylinder is stopped. The blower continues to run
for 30 seconds to distribute any remaining steam.
3. CHOOSING LOCATION
Choose a location that will be near the Elite Steam humidifier. Try to keep the length of the steam
hose to a minimum. The RMB must be mounted above the Elite Steam humidifier. The RMB will
create condensate that must drain back to the humidifier by gravity.
NOTES:
1. The RMB must be in the wall, and connected to the humidifier by the steam hose supplied.
2. The RMB must be mounted a least 12 inches above the humidifier.
3. Pockets and traps in the hoses must be avoided. Condensate will accumulate in low areas
and prevent steam movement. The steam hose must not have sharp bends or twists.
4. The dimensions in Fig 3.1 and 3.2 are minimum distances to prevent the humidified air
from coming in contact with people, electrical equipment, ceilings and cold surfaces before
the steam has been completely absorbed. Choose the location with care as the steam is hot
and can cause burns.
> 18”
> 24”
> 72”
> 72”
Figure 3.1 Figure 3.2
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The RMB housing will fit in a standard 2x6 wall with 1/2” drywall. If
installing in a 2x4 wall then the rear
drywall must also be removed and
the housing will protrude out the back
of the wall. Figure 4.1 below shows
the wall opening dimensions for the
RMB housing.
4. WALL OPENING
Notes:
1. The RMB housing has flanges on
the front that must be mounted on
the outside face of the drywall.
2. When installing in new construction use a piece of return air angle to
mark the wall where the RMB unit will
go to prevent the drywall from being
installed over the location for the
RMB housing.
5. HOUSING KNOCKOUTS
Determine if the steam hose will be
entering the housing from the back
or bottom. Remove the knockouts
for the steam hose, condensate hose
and electrical connections.
8 1/8”
HIGH
12 1/8” WIDE
Fig. 4.1
Fig. 5.1
ELECTRICALKNOCKOUT
CONDENSATE KNOCKOUT-
ELECTRICAL KNOCKOUT-
STEAM INLET-
Fig. 5.2
-STEAM
INLET
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6. INSTALLATION
Insert the RMB housing into the wall and bend the four securing tabs around the back of the
drywall. Secure the RMB housing to the wall using predrilled holes located on the four one-inch
flanges of the RMB unit. Use #8 drywall screws (four required) to penetrate the wall and pass
through the slot in the securing tab behind the drywall.
Note:
1. The four one-inch flanges on the face of the RMB unit must be on the outside of the
drywall. Failure to locate the flanges on the outside face of the drywall may result in water
leakage and household damage.
-SECURING TABS
WITH SCREW SLOT
4 PLACES
PRE-DRILLEDSCREW HOLES
FOR WALL.
Fig 6.1
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7. ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
The RMB is fitted with a power supply terminal block with two terminals and a screw terminal
located on the RMB housing for connecting the ground wire. The power wires should be 16 gauge
or larger shielded cable with ground. Power wiring should be run through the electrical knockout in
the RMB and be supported by the screw-type strain relief (supplied) to prevent damage to the
terminal block.
The power will be supplied from the terminals F and INT FAN located on the back side of the
humidifier control module.
The power supply wire must enter the humidifier on the bottom or back then be secured in the
humidifier to prevent tension on the wire or connections. To access the wire connection points on
the back of the module, remove the steam cylinder. The connection points are covered by protective caps that must be removed. Use two spade connectors to make the connections to the F and
INT FAN terminals.
Note:
1. The power for the RMB unit is from the terminals on the BACK of the Control Module!
2. Electrical connections must be performed by qualified personnel in compliance with local
codes.
Fig 7.1
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8. HOSE CONNECTIONS
Connect the steam hose to the stainless fitting located at the bottom of the manifold. The stainless
fitting should be inserted into the hose and secured using the hose clamp provided.
Connect the condensate hose to the molded hose barb fitting on the right. The condensate hose
needs to be trapped immediately under the blower housing or directly above the humidifier. A
condensate trap can be made using a 6” loop in the condensate hose.
Note:
1. Do not force the steam hose onto the stainless fitting; this will cause the manifold to
break. Apply some water to the inside of the hose and ease the hose onto the fitting.
2. For information on hose connections in the Elite Steam Humidifier, please see the
humidifier manual.
Fig 7.1.1
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9. RMB GRILL INSTALLATION
Order Part
Number Number Part Nam e
7545 RMB15 Remote Mount Blower Kit
7540 RMB35 Remote Mount Blower Kit
7534 15-02 Room Blower Assembly 110v for RMB15
7535 35-02 Room Blower Assembly 240v for RMB35
7513
20-2
Steam Hose 7/8” ID
7512 20-3 Condensate Hose 3/8” ID
7559 35-10 Hardware kit (RMB15/RMB35)
7536 35-20 Internal steam distributor m anifold
7528 35-26 Front Grill for RMB (includes filter, labels)
35-27 RMB Installation Instructions
7647 P-241 Steam Hose Clamp #16
7648 P-242 Condensate Hose Clamp #6
Attach the air filter to the grill, install the grill over the housing face and use the provided screws and
pre-drilled holes to secure the grill to the RMB housing. The steam manifold will extend out past
the face of the grill. The grill may be painted to match decorations in the home.
NOTE:
1. Use only the grill that was provided with the RMB kit. Any alterations or changes to the
grill may result in water leakage and damage to the home.
10. MAINTENANCE
Air filter maintenance is essential for maintaining a constant flow of air to the distributor. Neglecting the air filter (cleaning and/or replacement) will seriously effect the operation of the RMB unit.
Maintenance is the responsibility of the user. The air filter should be vacuumed or rinsed with
water at least once per year. More frequent cleaning may be necessary.
Note:
For new construction, the air filter must be cleaned as needed during construction and
again when construction is compete
11. STARTUP
The RMB blower will operate when the humidifier has a demand for humidity. Operation will continue for 30 seconds after the demand is complete.
12. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
description
steam output (lb/hr)
storage temperature (
rated power (W)
rated air ow-rate (cfm)
noise level
(open field, at maximum speed, one metre from the front panel) (dB) 30
C)
value or range
0-12
-10 to 70
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13. TABLE OF SPARE PARTS
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14. TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION
RMB will not operate. Wrong connection at humidifier. Connect power supply to F and INT terminals
on back of control module.
Faulty power supply wiring. Check continuity through field wiring.
Humidifier not calling for operation. See that fan symbol shows on LCD Display.
See that jumper installed in AB-AB terminals.
See that humidistat is demanding humidity.
Faulty RMB Wiring or wrong RMB. Check for correct voltage at blower motor.
Faulty RMB Blower. Test Blower motor. Replace if necessary.
Noises from RMB. Steam gurgling in steam hose. Correct kink, sag or dip in steam hose
where condensate has pooled.
Steam gurgling in steam manifold. Correct kink in condensate hose.
Correct elevated part of condensate hose,
water only flows downhill.
See that RMB is level, left-right, front-back.
Interference in blower motor. Remove debris, wires, etc. from blower.
Water dripping from RMB. Loose hose connection. Check steam hose, condensate hose and
stainless fitting connections.
RMB not level. See that RMB is level, left-right, front-back.
RMB recessed behind drywall. See that mounting flanges are on front face
of drywall, not behind drywall.
Grill modified. See that original grill is in use unchanged.
Damaged steam manifold. Inspect manifold for crack or broken weld,
replace if necessary.
Inspect o-ring joint between stainless fitting
and manifold for damage or missing parts.
GENERAL FILTERS, INC.
43800 GRAND RIVER AVE
NOVI, MICHIGAN 43875-1115
WWW.GENERALAIRE.COM
CANADIAN GENERAL FILTERS, LTD.
400 MIDWEST ROAD
SCARBOROUGH, ONTARIO M1P3A9
WWW.CGFPRODUCTS.COM
Agency:
Form 35-27 Rev 30
Elite Steam +03U400150, Rev 3.0
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