Lifebreath 130 ERV-D Homeowner's Manual
130 ERV-D
HOMEOWNERS GUIDE
69-130ERVD-OWNERS 012716
511 McCormick Blvd.
London, ON
Canada
N5W 4C8
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Table of Contents
Homeowner/Contractor Information ............................................................................................. 2
Introduction ................................................................................................................................ 3
Ventilation Variable Settings .........................................................................................................4
How the Dehumidistat Works ....................................................................................................... 5
Lifebreath Ventilation Controls ..................................................................................................... 6
Lifebreath Digital Control ............................................................................................................. 9
Timers and Repeaters ...............................................................................................................10
Maintenance Routine ................................................................................................................. 13
Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................................15
Warranty ..................................................................................................................................16
Homeowner Information
Model___________________________________
Serial Number____________________________
Register your ERV for warranty at www.lifebreath.com
For any warranty information, please contact Airia Brands
511 McCormick Blvd. London ON N5W 4C8
T 1-855-247-4200 F 1-800-494-4185
Dealer / Contractor Information
Dealer_________________________________
Installer________________________________
Telephone/Contact_______________________
Installation Date_________________________
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Introduction
Today's air tight homes combined with the homeowner's increased awareness to health and the
air they breathe inside and outside their homes is why a Lifebreath Energy Recovery Ventilator
(ERV) is recommended for you.
These high efficient units act as the lungs of the house by exhausting stale contaminated air to
the outside and replacing it with clean fresh air. Without the use of an ERV the air inside your
home becomes stale and polluted as contaminates are added through daily activities, trapping
the unhealthy air indoors for everyone to breathe again and again.
The energy recovery core inside the Lifebreath ERV transfers the majority of the energy in the
exhaust airstream (that you have already paid for in the way of heating or cooling your home),
and uses this to condition the incoming supply air which saves you money. This results in
ventilation air being warmer or cooler than the air outside depending on the climate and season.
Since the Lifebreath energy recovery core is designed to also allow water vapor to pass through
it, some humidity may be retained inside of the home during the dry winter months and the
majority of moisture will be prevented from coming into the home during the summer cooling
season.
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Selecting the Ventilation Rate That is Right for You
The modes of operation and speeds are used to adjust your indoor ventilation rate. Experiment with the
ventilation levels in your home to evaluate the ideal amount of ventilation to suit your home and
personal preferences. Operational modes available to you will depend on the main control that is installed.
Come features and modes may be unavailable to you.
I. Continuous Ventilation
This mode of operation provides continuous ventilation within the home. You may, for example, select
Continuous Ventilation at low speed for normal operation and increase to high speed during increased
activity levels, such as cooking and showering, etc.
II. 20 Minutes On, 40 Minutes Recirculation 20/hr
40/hr
This mode ventilates for 20 minutes and recirculates the household air every 40 minutes each hour. This
mode is not applicable if your ERV is connected to a forced air system.
III.20 Minutes On, 40 Minutes Standby 20/hr
40/hr
This mode of operation provides 20 minutes of ventilation each hour. You can use this ventilation mode at
low speed for low household activity levels or when the home is unoccupied.
IV. 10 Minutes On, 50 Minutes Standby
10/hr
50/hr
This mode of operation provides 10 minutes of ventilation each hour. You can use this ventilation mode at
low speed for low household activity levels or when the home is unoccupied. This mode is useful when
20/40 mode is providing too much ventilation.
V. Continuous Recirculation or
This mode continuously recirculates your household air (no ventilation). This mode is not applicable if your
ERV is connected to a forced air system.
VI. Continuous Low Fan Speed LO
This mode will operate the fan in low speed continuously at the selected operating mode (Ventilation or
Recirculation).
VII. Continuous High Fan Speed HI
This mode will operate the fan in high speed continuously at the selected operating mode (Ventilation or
Recirculation). This mode is useful when occupancy in the home or activity is high for an extended period
of time.
Recirculation
Recirculates existing household air without introducing fresh air. Recirculation modes (II and V) are not
applicable if your ERV is connected to a forced air system, since your forced air system already circulates the
household air. Recirculation modes are unavailable on some models.
Note
Due to ongoing research and product development, specifications, ratings, and dimensions are subject to change
without notice. Refer to www.LIFEBREATH.com for the latest product information.
Warning
Disconnect the power from the unit before cleaning or servicing.
To prevent electrical shock, it is extremely important to confirm the polarity of the power line that is switched by
the safety (disconnect) switch. The hot line (black) is the proper line for switching. Use either a voltmeter or test
lamp to confirm the absence of a voltage between the disconnect switch and ground (on the cabinet) while the
door is open. This procedure must be followed, as dwellings are occasionally wired improperly. Always ensure the
proper grounding of the unit.
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Dehumidistat Control
Only the DXPL02, BC02 and BC03 controls have an adjustable Dehumidistat.
ERV's are not Dehumidifiers but may have a dehumidifying effect on the ventilation air only. This
greatly depends on climate, heating/cooling system being operated in the home and lifestyles
of the occupants.
NOTE: The dehumidifying feature will not work when the outside air is above 15°C (59°F)
therefore, this function is automatically disabled.
Homes in northern climates may experience high indoor humidity levels during the heating season.
This can become a problem in many well insulated, tight homes. Excessive condensation on the
windows is an indication of poor indoor air quality. This can result in mold and mildew and the
eventual degradation of the building structure itself.
Your ERV may reduce indoor humidity levels when the outdoor air is drier than the indoor air.
These conditions usually occur during the heating season when outdoor temperatures are less
than 15°C (59oF).
The DXPL02, BC02 and BC03 controls have an adjustable Dehumidistat which when activated
jumps the ERV to high speed ventilation. Once the humidity in the house is reduced, the ERV will
revert back to its previous speed or setting.
We suggest operating the ERV for the first few days without use of the Dehumidistat function to
observe if a further dehumidification effect will be required. The Dehumidistat operates in % of RH
(relative humidity) with 60 being high and 20 being low. If after a few winter days, further
dehumidification is required (the house is still too humid), set the humidity level to a lower
amount. The average person is comfortable between 30% and 50% RH. Refer to the "Setting the
Dehumidistat" section of either the DXPL02, BC02 or BC03 control instructions on how to set the
Dehumidistat, depending on which control you have installed.
Dehumidistat Notes
Dehumidistat Disable automatically disables the dehumidistat function on the main control when outdoor
temperatures exceed 15°C (59oF) for a full 24 hour period. All other ERV features and functions operate normally
while the dehumidistat function is disabled.
Dehumidistat Re-Enable automatically re-enables the dehumidistat function if either the outdoor temperature
drops below 15°C (59oF) for a full 24 hour period or if the ERV is reset (unplugged for 30 seconds).
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The Lifebreath Ventilation Control 99-BC02
The Lifebreath Ventilation Control offers advanced features to control your home's ventilation.
Key Features:
2 speed fan setting (LOW / HIGH)
Standby setting (fan OFF)
Electronic Dehumidistat
Compatible with 99-DET02 Wireless
Humidity
Setting
Timers
Slim-line design
Connect to 3 wire 20 gauge low voltage
wire
ON/OFF Light
ON/OFF Button
Fan Speed
Indicator
Fan Speed
Button
BC02 Operating Instructions:
Dehumidistat
Turning on
the Control
Press and release the ON/OFF button . The
light above will illuminate.
Setting the Ventilation Speed
Press and release the Fan button to select LOW or HIGH fan speed. The corresponding “Indicator
Light" will illuminate. If both LO and HI indicator lights are off, the fan is OFF but will turn ON if
required by the Dehumidistat or remote Timer (if installed).
Button
Humidity Control
Your unit will reduce indoor humidity when outdoor humidity levels are lower than indoor humidity
levels. This feature is only effective when the outdoor temperature is below 59˚F (15˚C).
Setting the Dehumidistat
Press and release the Dehumidistat button until the Dehumidistat Light is at the desired setting.
After a few seconds the Dehumidistat light will either flash or be on continuous.
A flashing light indicates the humidity level is higher than the setting and the unit is operating on
high speed ventilation. A continuous light indicates the humidity level is lower than the setting. Refer
to the unit's Home Owner’s manual for instructions on how the Dehumidistat works.
The Dehumidistat will override the current speed setting to HIGH speed.
The Dehumidistat function can be turned OFF by pressing the button until no Dehumidistat light
is on.
Note - Only 1 Dehumidistat should be installed in a system.
ATTENTION
Only one main control can be installed on your system.
Timers will not function when mode of operation is set to “OFF”, unless specifically installed for that function. (See
Installation Guide for other options.)
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The Lifebreath Ventilation Control 99-BC03
The Life
breath Ventilation Control offers advanced features to control your home's ventilation.
Key Features:
Continuous LOW fan speed operation
Electronic Dehumidistat
3 modes of operation:
• Ventilation
• Recirculation
• 20/40 mode
Compatible with 99-DET02 Wireless Timers
Slim-line design
Connect to 3 wire 20 gauge low voltage
Humidity
Setting
20/40 Mode
Indicator
Recirculation
Mode Indicator
LOW Fan Speed
Indicator Light
wire
ON/OFF Button
BC03 Operating Instructions:
Turning on
the Control
Dehumidistat
Button
Press and release the ON/OFF button . The light
above will illuminate and the fan will turn on to
LOW speed.
Humidity Control
Your unit will reduce indoor humidity when outdoor humidity levels are lower than indoor humidity levels.
This feature is only effective when the outdoor temperature is below 59˚F (15˚C).
Mode Button
Setting the Dehumidistat
Press and release the Dehumidistat button until the Dehumidistat Light is at the desired setting. After a few
seconds the Dehumidistat light will either flash or be on continuous.
A flashing light indicates the humidity level is higher than the setting and the unit is operating on high speed
ventilation. A continuous light indicates the humidity level is lower than the setting. Refer to the unit's Home
Owner’s manual for instructions on how the Dehumidistat works.
The Dehumidistat will override the current fan speed setting
to high fan speed.
The Dehumidistat function can be turned OFF by pressing the button until no Dehumidistat light is on.
Note - Only 1 Dehumidistat
should be installed in a system.
Setting 20/40 Mode
To activate 20/40 mode, press and
release the Mode button until the "Indicator Light" below 20/40 is
illuminated.
20/40 mode is a repeating cycle. The fan will run at LOW speed for 20 minutes, then turn OFF for 40 minutes.
Some units are equipped to Recirculate air in your home
during the 40 minute cycle with no Ventilation. The
control will automatically detect this feature and Recirculate air during the 40 minute cycle at LOW fan speed.
Recirculation Mode
Some units
are equipped to Recirculate the air in your home without Ventilating.
"Indicator To activate Recirculation mode, press and release the Mode button until the Recirculation
Light" in ON. Recirculation is in LOW fan speed.
ATTENTION
Only one main control can be installed on your system.
Recirculation is not available on all models.
Timers will not function when mode of operation is set to “OFF”, unless specifically installed for that function. (See
Installation Guide for other options.)
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The Lifebreath Ventilation Control 99-BC04
The Lifebreath ventilation control offers advanced features to control your home's ventilation.
Key Features:
2 speed fan setting (LOW / HIGH)
Standby setting (fan OFF)
20/40 mode
Compatible with 99-DET02 Wireless
Timers
Slim-line design
Connect to 3 wire 20 gauge low voltage
wire
20/40 Mode
Indicator Light
ON/OFF Light
Fan Speed
Indicator
ON/OFF Button
Fan Speed
Button
BC04 Operating Instructions:
20/40 Mode
Turning on the Control
Press and release the ON/OFF button . The
light above will illuminate.
Setting the Ventilation Speed
Press and release the Fan button to select LOW or HIGH fan speed. The corresponding “Indicator
Light" will illuminate. If both LO and HI indicator lights are off, the fan is OFF but will turn ON if
required by a remote Timer (if installed).
Setting 20/40 Mode
After a fan speed has been selected, press and release the 20/40 button. The “Indicator Light” will
turn ON and the control will be in 20/40 mode.
20/40 mode is a repeating cycle. The fan will run at the set speed, LO or HI, for 20 minutes then
turn OFF for 40 minutes.
Some units are equipped to Recirculate air in your home during the 40 minute cycle with no
Ventilation. The
control will automatically detect this feature and Recirculate air during the 40 minute
cycle at the selected fan speed.
Button
Attention
Only one main control can be installed on your system.
Recirculation is not available on all models.
Timers will not function when mode of operation is set to “OFF”, unless specifically installed for that function. (See
Installation Guide for other options.)
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The Lifebreath Digital Control 99-DXPL02
The Lifebreath digital control offers advanced features to control your home's ventilation.
Key Features :
5 speed fan setting
Standby setting (fan speed 0)
Electronic Dehumidistat
20/40/60 HIGH speed override button
Compatible with 99-DET02 Wireless Timers
Easy to read backlit LCD screen
Slim-line design
Connect to 3 wire 20 gauge low voltage wire
Five selectable modes of operation
• Continuous Recirculation
• Continuous Ventilation
• 20 min. Ventilation / 40 min.
40/hr
Recirculation
• 20 min. Ventilation / 40 min. OFF
• 10 min. Ventilation / 50 min. OFF
Service indicator
20/hr
20/hr
10/hr
ON/OFF
Button
Fan Speed
Button
20/40/60 High
Speed Button
40/hr
50/hr
Mode
Button
Dehumidistat
Button
Instruction Card
RESET Button
Digital Control Operating Instructions (DXPL02):
Turning on the Control
Press and release the ON/OFF button . The light above will illuminate.
Setting the Ventilation Speed
Press and release the Fan button to select one of the 5 fan speeds. The fan speed will be
displayed on the screen beside the Fan symbol . Standby mode (Fan OFF) is indicated as speed
0. The fan will turn ON if required by a remote Timer (if installed).
20/40/60 High Speed Button
Press and release the 20/40/60 High Speed button to temporarily initiate HIGH Fan speed for 20,
40 or 60 minutes. Press once for 20 minutes, twice for 40 minutes, 3 times for 60 minutes and 4
times to disable. The will appear on the screen and the corresponding section of the clock will
flash to indicate the time interval selected. When the timer runs out, the unit will return to it's
previous operating speed.
Setting the Mode of Operation
There are 5 modes of operation available with the DXPL02 control. Pressing the Mode button
will cycle through the different modes of operation and they will be displayed on the screen.
Attention
Only one main control can be installed on your system.
Recirculation is not available on all models.
Timers will not function when mode of operation is set to “OFF”, unless specifically installed for that function. (See
Installation Guide for other options.)
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Digital Control
(continued)
Setting the Dehumidistat
For a full description of the Dehumidistat function, refer to page 4 "How the Dehumidistat Works".
The DXPL02 control displays the current indoor humidity in LARGE numbers and the Dehumidistat
setting in SMALL numbers on the screen. If the indoor humidity is above the set point, the
DXPL02 control will initiate HIGH Fan speed operation in Ventilation mode until the indoor
humidity has been reduced below the set point.
Press and release the Dehumidistat button to adjust the Dehumidistat setting. The numbers on
the screen will cycle. The Dehumidistat can be set between 25% RH and 60% RH. To disable
the Dehumidistat function on the control, cycle through the setting until OFF is displayed.
Reset Button
The RESET button will clear the current Fan, Timer, Mode and Dehumidistat settings and set the
unit into LOW fan speed, Ventilation mode and a Dehumidistat setting of 40%.
Service Indicator
A service indicator appears when the unit requires routine maintenance. Refer to
"Maintenance Routine" in this guide.
To reset the service indicator once routine maintenance has been performed, press and hold the
ON/OFF button for 5 seconds.
Timers
Depending on the type of ERV installation, you may have timers in areas such as restrooms. The
Timer will override the operational mode (regardless of the setting) and initiate HIGH fan speed
Ventilation. Upon completion of the timer cycle, the ERV will return to your selected operational
mode and fan speed setting.
Lifebreath 20/40/60 Minute Timer
99-DET01
Initiates high speed ventilation for 20, 40 or 60 minutes.
The 20/40/60 minute status lights indicate high speed
operation. Lockout mode is useful if you wish to disable
the timer. Set lockout by holding the select button for 5
seconds. Unlock by holding for 5 seconds.
Select Button
20/40/
60 Minute
Status Lights
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