Lifebreath 850FD-DD, 700FD-DD, 700ERV, 500DCS, 500ERV, 1200ERV, 1200FD-DD User Manual
CLEAN • FRESH • AIR
OPERATION AND
INSTALLATION MANUAL
®
For Models:
500DCS ControlAir 15
850FD/DDAnalog Controls
700FD/DD Analog Controls
1200FD/DD Analog Controls
500ERV ControlAir 15
700ERV Analog Controls
1200ERV Analog Controls
TO BE COMPLETED BY CONTRACTOR AFTER INSTALLATION
CAUTION
Before installation, careful consideration must be given to
how the system will operate if connected to any other piece
of mechanical equipment, i.e. a forced air furnace or air
handler, operating at a higher static. After
compatibility
confirmed, by measuring the airflow’s of the Heat/Energy
Recovery Ventilator (HRV/ERV), by using the balancing
procedure in this manual.
It is always important to assess how the operation of any
HRV/ERV may interact with vented combustion equipment
(ie. Gas Furnaces, Oil Furnaces, Wood Stoves, etc.).
NEVER install an HRV/ERV in a situation where its normal
operation, lack of operation or partial failure may result
in the backdrafting or improper functioning of vented
combustion equipment!!!
NOTE: ALTHOUGH SOME MODELS
DIFFER IN OPERATION, THE BASIC
STEPS ARE SIMILAR.
installation, the
of the two pieces of equipment must be
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NOTE: Due to ongoing research and product development, specifications,
ratings and dimensions are subject to change without notice.
Ducting from Weatherhoods ....................................... 14
Warmside Ducting - General ....................................... 14
Stale Air Return System ............................................. 14
Fresh Air Supply ......................................................... 15
The Integrated HVAC System ..................................... 15
Various Installation Types ........................................... 17
HRV - Aluminum Core
A Heat Recovery Ventilator (HRV) is designed to
provide fresh air into a building while exhausting
an equal amount of stale air. During the winter
months, the incoming cold fresh air is warmed by
utilizing the heat recovered from the stale air
before it is exhausted to the outdoors. During
summer months when the indoor space is air
conditioned, the Heat Recovery Ventilator will
help in cooling the incoming fresh air with the
stale air that is being exhausted.
ERV - Enthalpic Paper Core
An Energy Recovery Ventilator (ERV) is designed
to provide fresh air into a building while
exhausting an equal amount of stale air. An ERV
is designed for use in warm humid areas with
heavy air conditioning use. The ERV will transfer
both sensible and latent heat from the incoming
fresh air to the outgoing stale air thereby reducing
the load (due to ventilation) on the air
conditioning system.
The core in an HRV (Heat Recovery Ventilator)
transfers heat from one air stream to the other. This is
called sensible heat. The term ERV (Energy Recovery
Ventilator) is usually used to describe a unit with an
enthalpic core that transfers moisture as well as heat
from one air stream to the other. This (moisture
transfer) is called latent heat.
Enthalpic - what does it mean?
Enthalpy is the term used to describe the energy
content of air. This energy is a combination of the
sensible and latent heat. Therefore, a core which
transfers energy is called an enthalpic core.
Is an ERV better than an HRV?
NOT NECESSARILY!! In cold climates such as most
of North America, an HRV works better than an ERV.
This is because the air inside the home during the
winter months will be more humid than the outside air.
An ERV would transfer the latent heat (humidity) from
the exhaust air back into the incoming airstream. This
will aggravate moisture problems in the home and
encourage the growth of mold and mildew. If the air in
the home is too dry for comfort, an ERV will not help. A
humidifier should be used to increase the humidity to
a comfortable level.
and damp situation. In fact, about 2/3 of the energy
used by the air conditioner system is to remove
moisture. Therefore, when ventilating in the summer,
less moisture brought into the home means less work
for the air conditioner, and energy savings for you.
During the winter, an ERV recovers some humidity
from the exhaust air, reducing the need for humidification
if the required ventilation rate would make the home
too dry.
,
What's the difference between this type of
core and a rotary type?
Here's a list of characteristics of the fixed plate core.
1. No rotating parts, so maintenance is easy and the
unit lasts a long time.
2. It is very flexible in terms of installation.
3. The core can easily be changed.
4. Because the supply and exhaust air streams are
completely separate, there is very little cross
leakage of any dust or germs.
Can the core become clogged with dust?
Because the surface of the core is a turbulent flow
area, dust sticks to it easily; however, because the
inside of the element is a laminar flow area, virtually no
dust sticks to it.
Where do you use an ERV instead
of an HRV?
An ERV is recommended for warm, humid areas with
heavy air conditioning use. As there is no defrost in an
ERV it is not recommended for areas where the
temperature drops below -4˚C (25˚F)
Why transfer moisture in the summer
(cooling season)?
The enthalpic core will allow moisture to be transferred
from a humid air flow to a dry air flow. This property is
useful in the cooling season if an air conditioning
system is used to lower the indoor humidity. You will
then have dry, cool air in the exhaust of the ERV, and
warm humid air in the supply stream. With these
conditions, the ERV will be able to transfer the
moisture and heat of the supply air to the exhaust air.
In this way, the ERV will supply to the home air which
is cooler and drier than outside. Remember that an
ERV is not a dehumidifier, and on its own will not take
moisture out of the air.
So why use an ERV?
A properly operating air conditioner will not only lower
the temperature in your house, but will also lower the
humidity level. This prevents an uncomfortable cold
What is the maintenance?
About once a year you should use a vacuum cleaner
to remove the dust from the core's surface. DO NOT
WASH WITH WATER!!
Is an air filter needed?
To prevent clogging of the core, an air filter should
always be installed on the supply and exhaust sides of
the core.
How much ventilation do I need?
During seasons when your windows and doors are
closed, the ERV should operate continuously when
the dwelling is occupied, and either continuously or
intermittently when not occupied.
For most installations the ERV will normally be set to
operate continuously on low speed with the option of
going to high speed as the need arises. For example;
if you are entertaining and there is a large number of
people present (some may be smoking), the unit
should be switched to high speed.
Your ERV may be equipped with automatic or manual
switches, but all ERVs will have a manual speed
control override.
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4
Selecting the Correct Size HRV/ERV
Commercial and Institutional Requirements
For outdoor air requirements, ASHRAE has produced the Ventilation Standard 62-1989 that
is used to determine acceptable ventilation rates. This standard is referenced directly or
used as “Good Engineering Practice” in most Code documents or design criteria.
Small restaurants, Donut Shops and Fast food stores
Seats40
Employees5
Total45
ASHRAE requirement20 cfm (10L/s) per person
Ventilation required45 x 20 = 900 cfm (450 L/s)
Bar or Tavern
Seats50
Employees7
Total57
ASHRAE requirement30 cfm (15L/s) per person
Ventilation required57 x 30 = 1710 cfm (855 L/s)
Classroom and School Portables
Seats29
Teacher1
Total30
ASHRAE requirement15 cfm (7.5L/s) per person
Ventilation required30 x 15 = 450 cfm (255 L/s)
Beauty Salon
Customers12
Employees6
Total18
ASHRAE requirement25 cfm (12.5L/s) per person
Ventilation required18 x 25 = 450 cfm (255 L/s)
Bank
Customers25
Staff9
Total34
ASHRAE requirement20 cfm (10L/s) per person
Ventilation required34 x 20 = 680 cfm (320 L/s)
Bingo Hall
Customers180
Staff20
Total200
ASHRAE requirement30 cfm (15L/s) per person
Ventilation required200 x 30 = 6000 cfm (3000 L/s)
Print Shop, Duplicating
Square footage of shop2000 square ft (m
ASHRAE requirement0.5 cfm/ft2 (2.5L/s - m
per person
Ventilation required2000 x 0.5 = 1000 cfm (500 L/s)
Swimming Pools
Refer to “Pool” Models Installation Manuals.
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)
2
)
MAKE UP HEAT REQUIREMENT at 1200 CFM (566L/s)
NominalNominalNominal
Outdoor Temp.kW Req. forkW Req. forkW Req. for
C°F°20°C (68°F)25°C (77°F)30°C (86°F)
Air DeliveryAir DeliveryAir Delivery
0 3271014
-10 14101417
-20 -4121519
-30 -22151922
-40 -40172124
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Model 500DCS
SPECIFICATIONS
CORES
Modular (4 section) patented aluminum heat recovery cores arranged
for high efficiency crossflow ventilation.
MOTORS
Two PSC, 5 speed double shafted, 120 VAC, 3.15 Amps each (6.3 total
on high speed). HP - 1/10, 1625 RPM. Watts - total on High Speed - 610.
FILTERS
Washable air filters in exhaust and supply air streams.
BLOWERS
Centrifugal type rated at 530 cfm (250 L/s) free air delivery. Each
air stream has two centrifugal blowers driven by two PSC motors.
CONNECTION DUCT SIZES
Four - 14" x 8" (356 mm x 200 mm).
MOUNTING
Unit to be set on support brackets hung by threaded rod type
apparatus (brackets and rods not included).
CASE
20 gauge prepainted galvanized steel (G60) for superior corrosion
resistance. Insulated with foil faced insulation duct liner where required to
prevent exterior condensation. Drain connection, One - 1/2" (12 mm) O.D.
CONTROLS ControlAir 15
DEFROST
Supply bypass damper routes indoor air to defrost cores.
WEIGHT178 lbs. (81 kg) SHIPPING WEIGHT203 lbs. (92 kg)
PERFORMANCE
AIRFLOWS (Each Air Stream)
282 (600)
235 (500)
190 (400)
143 (300)
94 (200)
AIRFLOW L/s (CFM)
42 (100)
25 (.1) 50 (.2)75 (.3) 100 (.4)125 (.5)
EXTERNAL STATIC PRESSURE IN PASCALS (in. W.C.)
TEMPERATURE EFFECTIVENESS
100%
90%
EFFECTIVENESS
80%
94
(200)
143
(300)
AIRFLOW IN L/s (CFM)
SPEED
5
4
3
2
1
NOTE: Exhaust Relative Humidity (RH) at 40%
190
(400)
235
(500)
6.3 HIGH
3.8 MED
3.1 LOW
282
(600)
TOTAL CURRENT DRAW (AMPS) @ 120 VAC
DIMENSIONS 500DCS
EXHAUST AIR
TO OUTSIDE
NOTE:
Service clearance
is 760 mm (30 in.)
SUPPLY AIR
FROM OUTSIDE
DEFROST
DRAIN CONNECTION
1245 mm
(
49"
)
FRONT VIEW
OPTIONS
99-104 Digital Electronic Timer - 20/40/60 min. (3 wire)
99-105 Programmable Ventilation Control
99-109 Air Sentry™ Air Quality Monitor designed to accept
99-250 Ventilation Dehumidistat - Dehumidistat designed
Modular (6 section) patented aluminum heat recovery cores arranged for high
efficiency crossflow ventilation.
MOTORS
Two PSC, 3 speed double shafted, 120 VAC, 3.95 Amps each (7.9 total on
high speed). HP - 1/4, 1625 RPM. Watts - total on High Speed - 848.
FILTERS
Washable air filters in exhaust and supply air streams.
BLOWERS
Centrifugal type rated at 950 cfm (448 L/s) free air delivery. Each air stream
has one double shafted motor driving two centrifugal blowers.
CONNECTION DUCT SIZES
Three - 20" x 8" (508 mm x 200 mm).
Stale air intake - 26" x 8" (660 mm x 200 mm).
Model 850DD - additional 20" X 8" defrost port
MOUNTING
Unit to be set on support brackets hung by threaded rod type apparatus.
(brackets and rods not provided).
CASE
20 gauge prepainted galvanized steel (G60) for superior corrosion
resistance. Insulated with foil faced insulation where required to prevent
exterior condensation. Drain connections, Two - 1/2" (12 mm) O.D.
CONTROLS
Illuminated power switch, 3 speed blower control, low voltage (24 VAC)
terminals for connection of remote controls and defrost light indicating
automatic operation.
DEFROST CONTROLS
Model 850FD - Interrupts supply air while exhaust air defrosts core.
Model 850DD - Supply bypass routes indoor air to defrost core.
WEIGHT 255 lbs. (116 kg) SHIPPING WEIGHT 280 lbs. (127 kg)
Two PSC, 3 speed single shafted, 120 VAC, 2.75 Amps each (5.5
total on high speed). HP - 1/10, 1625 RPM. Watts - total on high
speed - 648.
FILTERS
Washable air filters in exhaust and supply air streams.
BLOWERS
Centrifugal type rated at 329 L/s (700 CFM) free air delivery. Each
air stream has one single shafted motor driving a centrifugal blower.
CONNECTION DUCT SIZES
Four - 356 mm x 200 mm (14" x 8" ).
MOUNTING
Unit to be set on support brackets hung by threaded rod type
apparatus (brackets and rods not provided).
CASE
20 gauge prepainted galvanized steel (G60) for superior corrosion
resistance. Insulated with foil faced insulation where required to
prevent exterior condensation. Drain connections; two - 12 mm
(1/2") O.D.
CONTROLS
Illuminated power switch, 3 speed blower control, low voltage (24
VAC) terminals for connection of remote controls and defrost light
indicating automatic operation.
DEFROST CONTROLS
MODEL 700 FD - Interrupts supply air while exhaust air defrosts core.
MODEL 700DD - Supply bypass routes indoor air to defrost core.
WEIGHT64.4 kg (142 lbs.) SHIPPING WEIGHT 75.8 kg (167 lbs.)
Two PSC, 3 speed double shafted, 120 VAC, 4 Amps each (8.1 total on
high speed). HP - 1/4, 1625 RPM. Watts - total on high speed - 972.
FILTERS
Washable air filters in exhaust and supply air streams.
BLOWERS
Centrifugal type rated at 1200 cfm (566 L/s) free air delivery. Each air
stream has one double shafted motor driving a centrifugal blower.
CONNECTION DUCT SIZES
Four - 20" x 8" (508 mm x 200 mm).
MOUNTING
Unit to be set on support brackets hung by threaded rod type
apparatus. (brackets and rod not provided).
CASE
20 gauge prepainted galvanized steel (G60) for superior corrosion
resistance. Insulated with foil faced insulation where required to
prevent exterior condensation. Drain connections; two - 1/2" (12 mm) O.D.
CONTROLS
Illuminated power switch, 3 speed blower control, low voltage (24
VAC) terminals for connection of remote controls and defrost light
indicating automatic operation.
DEFROST CONTROLS
MODEL 1200FD - Interrupts supply air while exhaust air defrosts core.
MODEL 1200DD - Supply bypass routes indoor air to defrost core.
WEIGHT 191 lbs. (87 kg) SHIPPING WEIGHT 215 lbs. (98 kg)
Modular (4 section) 2- Enthalpic, 2 Aluminum arranged for high
efficiency crossflow ventilation.
MOTORS - Two PSC, 5 speed double shafted, 120 VAC, 3.15 Amps
each (6.3 total on high speed). HP - 1/10, 1625 RPM. Watts - total on
High Speed - 610.
FILTERS - Washable air filters in exhaust and supply air streams.
BLOWERS - Centrifugal type rated at 530 cfm (250 L/s) free air
delivery. Each air stream has two centrifugal blowers driven by two
PSC motors.
CONNECTION DUCT SIZES Four - 14" x 8" (356 mm x 200 mm).
MOUNTING - Unit to be set on support brackets hung by threaded
rod type apparatus (brackets and rods not included).
DEFROST - Damper defrost system.
CASE - 20 gauge prepainted galvanized steel (G60) for superior
corrosion resistance. Insulated with foil faced insulation duct liner
where required to prevent exterior condensation. Drain connection,
One - 1/2" (12 mm) O.D.
CONTROLS - ControlAir 15
WEIGHT 178 lbs. (81 kg) SHIPPING WEIGHT 203 lbs. (92 kg)
PERFORMANCE
AIRFLOWS (Each Air Stream)
282 (600)
235 (500)
190 (400)
143 (300)
94 (200)
AIRFLOW L/s (CFM)
42 (100)
25 (.1) 50 (.2)75 (.3) 100 (.4)125 (.5)
EXTERNAL STATIC PRESSURE IN PASCALS (in. W.C.)
TEMPERATURE EFFECTIVENESS
100%
90%
EFFECTIVENESS
80%
94
(200)
143
(300)
AIRFLOW IN L/s (CFM)
SPEED
5
4
3
2
1
NOTE: Exhaust Relative Humidity (RH) at 40%
190
(400)
235
(500)
6.3 HIGH
3.8 MED
3.1 LOW
282
(600)
TOTAL CURRENT DRAW (AMPS) @ 120 VAC
DIMENSIONS 500ERV
EXHAUST AIR
TO OUTSIDE
NOTE:
Service clearance
is 30 in. (760 mm)
SUPPLY AIR
FROM OUTSIDE
DEFROST
ENTHALPIC CORE ALUMINUM CORE
49"
DRAIN CONNECTION
(1245 mm)
FRONT VIEW
OPTIONS
99-104Digital Electronic Timer - 20/40/60 min. (3 wire)
99-105Programmable Ventilation Control includes
Programmable Time Clock, Dehumidistat and
Air Sentry™