Document 479288
Energy Recovery Filter System
®
Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual
Please read and save these instructions for future reference. Read carefully before attempting to assemble, install,
operate or maintain the product described. Protect yourself and others by observing all safety information. Failure
to comply with instructions could result in personal injury and/or property damage!
Energy Recovery Filter System
General Description
Description and Purpose
The energy recovery filter system is an arrangement of
high efficiency grease filters with heat recovery coils to
be mounted in a commercial kitchen hood and piped
back to an existing water heater. While the smoke
and effluent generated off the commercial cooking
appliances will naturally be filtered, the heat generated
by the cooking process will be used to preheat water
being supplied to the water heater, thus reducing
operating expenses and the need for larger and more
expensive hot water heaters.
WARNING
Electrical shock hazard. Product contains electrically
activated components. This can cause equipment
damage, personal injury, or death. Service must only
be performed by personnel that are knowledgeable
in the operation of the equipment being controlled.
Read the installation, operation, and maintenance
instructions thoroughly before installing or servicing
this equipment.
DANGER
Always disconnect power before working on or
near the control panel provided. Lock and tag the
disconnect switch or breaker to prevent accidental
power up.
CAUTION
All field installation of electrical equipment must be
done to meet all NEC and electrical codes.
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Table of Contents
Installation
Receiving, Unpacking, Handling, Storage .........2
Installation
Components and Installing Control Cabinet ......2
System Installation ..........................3
Plumbing and Electrical Requirements ..........4
Control Cabinet Layout ......................4
Operation ...................................5
Maintenance ................................5
Balancing and Testing Methods .................6
Troubleshooting ..............................7
Replacement Parts ...........................7
Codes and Standards .........................7
Our Commitment .............................8
Receiving - Upon receiving the product, check to make
sure all items are accounted for by referencing the bill
of lading to ensure all items were received. Inspect
each crate for shipping damage before accepting
delivery. Notify the carrier if any damage is noticed.
The carrier will make notification on the delivery
receipt acknowledging any damage to the product.
All damage should be noted on all of the copies of the
bill of lading which is countersigned by the delivering
carrier. A Carrier Inspection Report must be filled out
by the carrier upon arrival and reported to the Traffic
Department. If damaged upon arrival, file a claim
with the carrier. Any physical damage to the unit after
acceptance is not the responsibility of the manufacturer.
Unpacking - Verify that all of the required parts and
the correct quantity of each item have been received.
If any items are missing, report shortages to your local
representative to arrange for obtaining missing parts.
Sometimes it is not possible that all items for the unit
be shipped together due to availability of transportation
and truck space. Confirmation of shipment(s) must be
limited only to items on the bill of lading.
Handling - Make sure the equipment does not suffer
any heavy vibration or knocks. Handle in such a manner
as to keep from scratching or chipping any coating.
Damaged finish may reduce the ability of unit to resist
corrosion.
Storage - Products are protected against damage
during shipment. If the product must be stored prior
to installation, it must be protected from dirt and
moisture. Indoor storage is highly recommended. For
outdoor storage, cover the control package with a tarp
to keep it clean, dry. The user assumes responsibility
of the equipment and accessories while in storage. The
manufacturer will not be responsible for damage during
storage. These suggestions are provided solely as a
convenience to the user.
NOTE
All installation must follow local plumbing and
electrical codes.
Components
Components included with the energy recovery filtration
system.
Quantity Description
Two size options:
• 20 inch high x 20 inch wide (50.8 x 50.8 cm) or
Varies
• 16 inch high x 20 inch wide (40.64 x 50.8 cm)
Special energy recovery filters with quick
couplers and hoses attached
2 3/8 inch (0.95 cm) UL Listed hood penetration seal
1 18 inch (45.72 cm) stainless steel hose
1 24 inch (60.96 cm) stainless steel hose
24 inch high x 36 inch wide x 14 inch deep
1
(60.96 x 91.44 x 35.56 cm) control cabinet
1 Male disconnect
1 Female disconnect
1 Filter spacer
Installing Control Cabinet
The cabinet should be mounted to a
secure surface through the holes
around the back perimeter
of the cabinet. Use
at least six (6)
mounting holes
evenly spaced
around the back
perimeter of the
cabinet. If the
pre-drilled holes
do not work,
drill additional
holes around
the perimeter for
mounting. The
cabinet will weigh approximately 85 pounds (38.56 kg).
NOTE
It is the responsibility of the installer to ensure studs
or other structural members should be the point of
fastening when attaching this cabinet to a wall.
NOTE
Improper storage which results in damage to the unit
will void the warranty.
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System Installation
FLOW
*6
*HOOD PENETRATION
5
Quantity of filters varies based on hood size
*HOOD PENETRATION
*6
7
TO FILTERS
8
1 INCH FNPT CONNECTION
WATER
HEATER
TO WATER HEATER
3/4 INCH FNPT CONNECTION
4
2
3
TO DRAIN
3/4 INCH FNPT CONNECTION
PIPING PROVIDED BY OTHERS
ELECTRICAL PROVIDED BY OTHERS
ELECT.
120 VAC 15 AMP
FROM BREAKER
3/4 INCH FNPT CONNECTION
1. Remove the existing filter(s) from commercial kitchen
hood for retrofit or from the shipping container for a
new installation.
2. Drill two 1
1
⁄8-inch holes in the hood top, side or back
above the filter
rack, one close
to the left and
one close to the
right side of the
Hood Surface
1-1/8 inch
(2.86 cm)
diameter hole
hood.
7
9
6
8
3. Install a hood penetration seal (item 6) in the hood
top above the filter rack. To do this, disassemble the
compression seal and insert the seal into the hole
from the inside of the hood making sure the gasket is
placed on the
fitting before
inserting it
into the hole.
Install the lock
washer and
nut and tighten
INTERIOR
OF HOOD
3/8 inch UL Listed Hood Penetration Seal
PN 451167
Gasket
Hood
Lock Washer
Nut
securely as
shown.
EXTERIOR OF HOOD
FROM FILTERS
FROM WATER
SUPPLY LINE
1 INCH FNPT CONNECTION
1
MUST BE IN ACCESSIBLE
LOCATION FOR TESTING
12
ITEM QTY DESCRIPTION
1 1 Control Cabinet
2 1 No Flow Status Light
3 1 Pushbutton Switch, System ON/OFF
4 1 Pushbutton Switch, Pressure Release
5 Varies Filter Assembly (quantity varies based on hood size)
*6 2 3/8-inch FNPT Hood Penetration Seal, (1
7 1 18 inch Stainless Steel Hose
8 1 3/8-inch Quick Disconnect
9 1 24-inch Stainless Steel Hose
10 1 Thermal Expansion Tank (provided by others)
11 1 Water Hammer Arrestor (provided by others)
12 1 1/4 Turn Ball Valve to Test Flow Rate (provided by others)
*TOP, SIDE, OR BACK OF HOOD. TO BE COMPLETED IN FIELD BY OTHERS.
DO NOT OBSTRUCT FIRE SYSTEM PIPING.
FLOW
1
/8 inch hole)
4. Attach the 18 inch stainless steel hose (item 7) to
the left-most hood penetration seal, and the 24 inch
stainless steel hose (item 9) to the right-most hood
penetration seal.
5. Attach the extra female coupler to the 18 inch hose
(item 7) on left end of the hood, and the male coupler
to the 24 inch hose (item 9) on the right end of the
hood.
6. Install new filters in hood from left to right. Hook
up the quick-connect couplers between the filter
assemblies.
7. If applicable, install adjustable filter spacers to fill in
the gap(s) on the hood ends.
8. Install all other plumbing, as shown on this drawing.
Please refer to plumbing requirements section on
page 4 for more information.
9. Make all of the electrical connections. Please refer to
electrical requirements section on page 4 for more
information.
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