Sanuvox R MAX Instruction Manual

Instruction Manual

WHOLE HOME UV AIR PURIFIER & ODOR REMOVAL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ AND SAVE THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT.

Read and follow all instructions contained in
this manual before using the product. Failure
to comply with these instructions may result
in personal injuries or damage to the unit or
system.

1. Installation and servicing of air conditioning
and related equipment can be hazardous due
to systems pressure and electrical components.
Only trained and qualied service personnel
should install, repair or service equipment.

2. Untrained personnel can perform basic
maintenance functions such as replacing

lamp(s) and/or lter(s). All other operations

should be performed by trained service
personnel.

3. When working on the unit or system, observe
precautions in the literature, tags and labels
attached to the unit or system, and all other
safety precautions considered as best practices

in the HVAC industry.

R MAX

Residential Model

4. When applicable, local regulation may
comprise more restrictive installation and/or

certication requirements. The afore mentioned

requirements prevail on those of this document
and the installer agrees to conform to these at
his own expense.

5. Follow all the safety instructions outlined in this
document and respect all local and national
codes applicable.

6. Never expose eyes or skin to ultraviolet light

from any source. Therefore, before installing
or performing maintenance on the unit or

system, TURN OFF AND DISCONNECT the
unit or system from all power sources (there
may be more than one switch to disconnect).

CAUTION: Electrical shock may cause

personal injuries or possibly death.

7. UV rays may destroy certain types of lters

(polymer or plastic); please keep the unit or
system light away from shining directly on
plastic.

8. When installing or performing maintenance on
the UV unit or system, it is recommended to
wear safety glasses and gloves. In order to
avoid reduced performance of lamp(s), do not
touch lamp glass without gloves.

9. UV lamps contain a small quantity of mercury:
if a lamp breaks, clean and dispose of with
care. UV lamps can be disposed/recycled after

use, as any other uorescent lamps. Contact
and follow your local and national authorities’
specic instructions.

10. Use only specied SANUVOX branded

replacement UV lamps with your unit or
system. Use of any other lamps will void your

warranty and can result in damage to the unit,
system and/or lamp(s).

11. Most UV units or systems are not waterproof.
DO NOT INSTALL OUTDOORS unless

specied otherwise.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Installation Date: _______________ Installed by: _________________

Installer Contact Info.: _________________________________________

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Instruction Manual for R Max

TABLE OF CONTENTS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1

TABLE OF CONTENTS 2

ABOUT THE PRODUCT 3

COMPONENTS 3

How it Works 3

ACCESSORIES & KITS 3

SETUP & INSTALLATION 4

What you will need 4

What’s included 4

Step by Step Setup & Installation 4

OPERATION 7

How to Operate your Product 7

How to Read the LCD Screen Display 7

How to Activate “Airow Detection” Function (Optional) 8

Step by Step Function Activation 8

How to Reset your Product and its Lamp Timer 9

Step by Step Product and Lamp Timer Reset 9

MAINTENANCE 10

How to Replace Lamp(s) 10

Step by Step Lamp Replacement 10

How to Clean your Product 12

STORAGE 12

ULTRAVIOLETS: UVV & UVC 12

ELECTRICAL RATINGS, POWER CONSUMPTION & AVAILABLE VOLTAGE 12

TROUBLESHOOTING 12

What you will need 12

Internal Components 12

Problems & Solutions Table 13

A. Step by Step R Max Ballast Box Opening 14

B. Step by Step UV Lamp Continuity Test 14

C. Step by Step LCD Screen Circuit Board Bypass
(Ballast or Circuit Board Validation)

D. Step by Step Thermistor Bypass 16

WARRANTY 16

CONSUMER RELATIONS 16

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ABOUT THE PRODUCT

The R Max represents an evolution in whole home UV air purication. The high-efciency patented design destroys airborne
bio-chemical contaminants, while providing important user information on the 3” back-lit LCD display. Installed into the return or
supply plenum, the Sanuvox proprietary process maximizes dwell (contact) time between the air and UV energy. With the ability
to treat homes up to 4,000 sq.ft., the patented technology rapidly puries the air and removes odors within the home.

For information or recommendations on how to size your specic application, please call SANUVOX at 1-888-726-8869.

COMPONENTS

How it Works

Contaminated air enters the R Max parallel to the UV ‘J’ Lamp, thus increasing contact time with the UV energy. The Turbulator
spins and mixes the air around the UV ‘J’ Lamp. First, the UVV oxidizing section of the lamp, boosted by Cobalt, destroys
chemicals and odors. Then, the UVC germicidal section of the lamp destroys the biological contaminants. The Aluminum
Reector Chamber coated with cobalt amplies the UV energy for optimal purication. Finally, the treated air circulates through

the home.

A

B

A. Turbulator & Air Inlet
B. LCD Display

D

C

C. Aluminum Chamber coated with cobalt

(UV Lamp inside)
D. Cover
E. Power Switch
F. Power Cord

E

F

G

G. Air Outlet

ACCESSORIES & KITS

The following optional accessories and/or kits work great with your product (sold separately).

Duct Board Installation Kit

(Optional)

Accessories made to facilitate R Max installation
on MSC duct board.

For instruction manuals or information about your optional accessories and/or kits, please call SANUVOX at 1-888-726-8869

or visit www.sanuvox.com.

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SETUP & INSTALLATION

What you will need

A utility knife to unpack all components, a Phillips No.2 screwdriver, a measuring tape, a marker and a metal saw.

CAUTION: Handle your product with care to avoid breaking parts. Make sure you have a free and safe space to unpack,

install and setup your product. Conrm you have access to the necessary power source for the product requirements (see unit
or system label). If you have any questions regarding the installation instructions, call SANUVOX at 1-888-726-8869.

What’s included

The R Max, a UV lamp and a basic installation kit.

The installation kit includes: a UV caution decal, a maintenance decal, a pair of cotton gloves, metal screws for frame (6), Phillips
screws for cover (4), 8-32 screws for tabulator (2), a frame and a turbulator.

Step by Step Setup & Installation

Check out Sanuvox Technologies YouTube Channel

for the R Max installation video!

STEP 1

STEP 2

1. Prepare the R Max for installation. Remove the contents from

packaging. Only after you have visually inspected the UV lamp should
you break the security seal on the underside of the cardboard sleeve.

CAUTION: Before installing or performing maintenance on the unit
or system, TURN OFF AND DISCONNECT the unit or system from
all power sources (there may be more than one switch to disconnect).

2. Carefully slide the UV lamp out from the cardboard sleeve. Be sure to
wear the cotton gloves (included) guaranteeing a clean lamp free from

ngerprints.

NOTE: Fingerprints on the lamp will negatively impact the UV output of

the lamp.

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STEP 3

STEP 4

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3. While holding the porcelain end-cap (with 4 pins), carefully push the
white connector onto the four pins. The connector will t into position.

NOTE: Too much force applied from the opposite end-cap may break

the lamp.

4. Slide the UV lamp porcelain end-cap (with 4 pins) in the aluminum
tube of the unit, then through the clamp.

STEP 5

STEP 6

STEP 7

5. Once the UV lamp is inserted, release the clamp to x the lamp in place.

6. Once the UV lamp is installed, place the turbulator on top of the reecting

chamber securing it with 2 screws provided in the installation kit. It is

important to note that the air should rst ow through the turbulator

before moving in front of the UV lamp.

7. Prepare the duct (return or supply) for installation. Evaluate the ideal area

for installing the air purier. The reection chamber should always be
parallel to the airow. Ensure that the purier will t into the plenum and
position it keeping in mind to minimize plastic exposure to direct UV light.

CAUTION: Before installing or performing maintenance on the unit

or system, TURN OFF AND DISCONNECT the unit or system from
all power sources (there may be more than one switch to disconnect).

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