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7.3 Parts List ........................................................................................................................................13
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1. Warranty
Humidier 5-Year Limited Warranty
This limited warranty covers TRION Residential Type Humidiers,
excluding duct work, wiring and installation. TRION warrants that all new
TRION humidiers are free from defects in material and workmanship
under normal, non-commercial use and service. TRION will remedy any
covered defects if they appear within 60 months from the date of original
installation & subject to the terms and conditions of this Limited 5-Year
Warranty stated below:
1. THIS LIMITED 5-YEAR WARRANTY is granted by TRION
2. This warranty shall extend only to any non-commercial owner who
has purchased the residential humidier other than for purposes
of resale.
3. All components are covered by this limited warranty except
expendable items, such as evaporative pads, media lter pads
and nozzles.
4. If, within the warranty period, any TRION residential humidier unit
or component requires service it must be performed by a competent
heating and/or air conditioning contractor (preferably the installing
contractor). TRION will not pay shipping charges, or labor charges
to remove or replace such defective parts or components. If the
part or component is found by inspection to contain such defective
material and workmanship it will be either repaired or exchanged
free of charge at TRION’s option, and returned freight collect.
5. In order to obtain the benets of this limited 5-year warranty, the
owner must notify the dealer or distributor of any defect within 30
days of its discovery. If after reasonable time you have not received
an adequate response from the dealer or distributor, notify in writing
to TRION Customer Service 101 McNeill Road, Sanford, NC
27330, or call 1-800-884-0002 or email customerservice@trioniaq.
com Humidiers which have been installed or become part of real
estate cannot be returned. TRION will receive, freight prepaid, only
removable parts or components of such defective humidiers.
6. This limited warranty does not apply to any part or component
that is damaged in transit or in handling, has been subject to
misuse, neglect or accident; has not been installed, operated and
serviced according to TRION’s instructions; has been operated
beyond the factory rated capacity; or altered in any such way that
its performance is affected. There is no warranty due to neglect,
alteration or ordinary wear and tear. TRION’s liability is limited to
replacement of defective parts or components and does not include
the payment of the cost of labor charges to remove or replace such
defective components or parts.
7. TRION will not be responsible for loss of use of any product;
loss of time, inconvenience, or any other indirect, incidental or
consequential damages with respect to person or property, whether
as a result of breach of warranty, neglect or otherwise. SOME
STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION
OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE
LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION IN THE PRECEDING SENTENCE
MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
8. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC RIGHTS, AND YOU
MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE
TO STATE.
9. Any warranty by TRION of merchantability, tness for use or any
other warranty (express, implied or statutory), representation or
guarantee other than those set forth herein, shall expire at the
expiration date of this express limited warranty. SOME STATES
DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED
WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE LIMITATION IN THE PRECEDING
SENTENCE MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
10. TRION reserves the right to make changes in the design and
material of its products without incurring any obligation to
incorporate such changes in units completed on the effective date
of such change.
2. Safety & Warnings
!
DANGER
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
Before cleaning, servicing, or parts replacement, the unit must
or maintenancemay cause property damage, injury, or
death. This appliance must be installed according to these instructions. Read these instructions thoroughly before installing or servicing the unit.
!
CAUTION
Read these instructions thoroughly before installing this unit.
Check data label and verify electrical specications agree
with those at the point of installation.
!
WARNING
Failure to install this unit in a position that is level and plumb
may impair the unit’s ability to drain if an overow condition
presents itself. Damage to personal property may also result.
!
WARNING
Installation in freezing conditions can result in unit failure. Damage to personal property may also result.
!
WARNING
A drain pan should be installed under the unit and any supply water / drain connections to prevent damage to property in the event of a water leak or faulty operation.
!
CAUTION
TRION recommends that this humidier be installed by a
trained HVAC professional. Do not connect the unit to the
power source until the installation is complete. A thorough
checkout of the unit installation should be completed before
operating the unit. Failure to follow these directions may void
the manufacturer’s original warranty.
!
WARNING
Electrical power to the furnace must be disconnected before
proceeding. Serious injury or death may result.
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3. Introduction
The benets of a properly humidied environment (35-50%
Relative Humidity) are many. They include both personal comfort
as well as the preservation of furniture, draperies, carpets,
wooden oors and cabinets, paintings, pianos, etc. Your home
can be more comfortable at a lower temperature (i.e.: 68° F)
at 30-40% Relative Humidity (RH) than at 71° to 72° F without
controlled humidity. Since every degree of temperature setback
represents about 3% of your heating costs, this can possibly
represent a signicant annual savings. During the heating
season, cold air inltrates the home and must be heated.
When heated, this air dries out and greatly increases its
capacity to hold more moisture. By using a humidier, a
source of water is provided to satisfy this increased moisture
holding capability, rather than having it drawn from our
body surface and the surrounding furnishings in the home.
3.1 Basic Operation
Your Comfort
operates on the principles of evaporation. Water is introduced to
an evaporator pad as warm air from the duct is circulated through
the pad. The warm air evaporates the water and the relative
humidity of the air increases. Any excess water is passed to the
drain. CB300S units are equipped with a H2OSmart™ controller
which acts to minimize the amount of water that may ow to the
drain by adjusting the total water ow to the humidier.
Setting the humidistat in the recommended range of 30-40%
relative humidity assures automatic humidity control during the
heating season. A lower setting may be necessary to prevent
condensation on windows during the coldest part of the winter.
An electronic humidistat is supplied with CB300S units that can
automatically adjust the setpoint as the outdoor temperature falls.
BREEZE
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ow-through evaporative humidier
Unit Dimensions14.13"W x 10"D x 19"H
Water Supply Connection1/4” OD Tubing
Drain Water Connection1/2” ID Tubing
Duct Opening9.75”W x 13.13”H
Shipping Weight11.25 Lbs.
Operating Weight8.5 Lbs.
ApprovalsETL
4. Installation
Prior to installing this product:
• Read the instructions carefully and completely to ensure
safe operation. Failure to follow the instructions could lead
to damage to the product or cause a hazardous condition.
• Check the ratings given on the product to make sure it is
suitable for your application.
Remember to select a location that is readily accessible for
periodic inspection, cleaning, and service. The following table on
page 5 indicates the minimum allowable installation clearances.
The following illustrations show some of the possible installation
congurations and where the humidier should be installed.
This humidier may be installed on the supply or return side
of the furnace. Operation with the warmest possible air will
maximize output capacity. Installation on the supply duct after
the furnace discharge is recommended.
Minimal action is needed to turn the humidier off for the summer
months. Simply rotate the damper to the closed position and
lower the humidistat setpoint.
3.2 “What’s in the Box?”
CB300CB300SDescription
XXHumidier
XMech. Humidistat (CB300)
X
XTransformer (CB300 only)
XXParts Bag
Electronic Humidistat
(CB300S)
3.3 Unit Specications
Type of UnitBypass Evaporative
MountingWarm Air Supply/Return Duct
Capacity (GPD)22.0 GPD @ 140 °F
17.0 GPD @ 120 °F
14.5 GPD @ 100 °F
Water Supply20-100 PSI
Voltage (Amps)24 VAC (0.8A)
Figure 1: Upow - Side Return
Figure 2: Horizontal Flow
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!
CAUTION
TRION recommends that this humidier be installed by a
trained HVAC professional. Do not connect the unit to the
power source until the installation is complete. A thorough
checkout of the unit installation should be completed before
operating the unit. Failure to follow these directions may void
the manufacturer’s original warranty.
4.2 Mounting
The ComfortBREEZE CB300/CB300S humidier may be
mounted directly to the warm air supply duct or the return duct
of your HV AC system. Certain conditions must be met to ensure
proper unit operation. Refer to the following list.
• Ensure that the duct surface is reinforced, if necessary, to
allow the unit to remain level and plumb.
• Ensure that the humidier has adequate clearance to allow
for the removal and replacement of the evaporator pad.
• When installing the humidier in an attic or above a
ceiling, a drain tray must be installed under the unit as a
precautionary measure to prevent water damage from
occurring if a leak develops.
• The recommended humidistat range is 30-40% relative
humidity. If condensation occurs on windows, the humidistat
Figure 3: Upow - Bottom Return
setting must be lowered to prevent condensation damage.
• DO NOT install the humidier where freezing temperatures
may occur.
• DO NOT install the humidier where it interferes with the
furnace access panels.
• DO NOT install the humidier close to a ue pipe. Intense
heat may damage the humidier.
• DO NOT mount the humidier in the jacket of a cased
coil. It is preferable to mount the humidier immediately
downstream of the cased coil, if present. Ensure that the
humidier does not interfere with the coil ends.
• DO NOT mount the humidier in a furnace jacket.
• DO NOT install on gravity hot air systems.
• DO NOT connect a hot water supply to ComfortBREEZE
humidiers that are equipped with water saving controls.
Side Clearance (Left or Right) must be sufcient to
accommodate the by-pass duct connection. Evaluate
installation location as needed to ensure there is space
available.
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1. Tape the mounting template to the duct so that it is at and
the top edge is level.
2. Carefully remove the center of the template by tearing
along the perforated lines. Use a marker to trace on the
duct along the cutout opening.
!
WARNING
Electrical power to the furnace must be disconnected before
proceeding. Serious injury or death may result.
3. Drill the holes marked on the template. Remove the
template from the duct and carefully cut the duct along
the outside edge of the rectangle that was traced by the
marker. Remove any burrs from the cut edge of the sheet
metal taking care not to injure yourself.
4. Apply the gasket material found in the accessory bag to the
duct around the rectangular cutout.
5. Lift the humidier into the rectangular opening so that
the plastic tabs engage the lower edge of the rectangular
opening. The tabs should be on the inside of the duct. Tilt
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the upper edge of the humidier against the duct so that the
mounting holes line up with the drilled holes on the duct.
Secure the humidier with two #8 X 3/4” self-drilling sheet
metal screws from the accessory bag.
6. Refer to the section regarding pad replacement on page 8.
Complete that section before proceeding to ensure that the
internal components of the humidier are properly aligned/
installed as they may have become misaligned during
shipment. Failure to complete this task may result in
faulty operation or leaks.
7. Ensure that the humidier is level and plumb before
proceeding.
4.3 Plumbing
1. Install a saddle valve and strainer (not provided) on the
nearest cold water supply pipe. Hot water will cause improper operation. (See the instructions that accompany
the saddle valve for additional details.)
2. After the saddle valve and strainer are installed but before
inserting the line into the humidier supply tting, turn the
saddle valve to the open position and discharge the water
into a bucket or pan. This will allow the water to ush
any debris that may have accumulated in the line during
the installation process. Once this is complete, close the
saddle valve.
3. Attach the line to the humidier by simply pushing the line
into the push-to-lock tting and pulling back slightly to seat
the line. If it becomes necessary to remove the line, press
on the release ring around where the line goes into the
tting to release the line and pull it out. See Figure 5 for
plumbing diagram.
4. Connect the drain hose to the drain connection tting and
run this to an open, gravity drain. The end of this line must
not be submerged in water or be trapped.
5. Turn on the saddle valve.
6. Ensure that no water is leaking from any of the ttings
before proceeding.
4.4 Electrical
The ComfortBREEZE CB300/CB300S humidier requires a 24
V AC source of electrical power that may be taken from the HV AC
system terminals. In order to access the wiring compartment
press the release pads, as shown in Figure 6, and pull the cover
off toward you.
Drain hose to condensate pump
or open oor drain. No trap.
Figure 5
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4.4.1 Wiring Model CB300 (without water saving controls)
120 VAC FROM
FURNACE BLOWER
CIRCUIT
TRANSFORMER
24 VAC
MANUAL
HUMIDISTAT
AIR PROVING
SWITCH
SOLENOID
VALVE
Figure 7
Refer to Figure 7. Install the 24 Volt transformer from a source
of 120VAC power that is only powered when the furnace fan
is energized. The transformer will supply 24 VAC through the
humidistat and air proving switch (not included) and energize
the water solenoid valve upon a call-for-humidity.
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TERMINALS
RESET
THERMISTOR
CONNECTOR
X
X
X
X
X
4.4.2 Wiring Model CB300S (H2OSmart™equipped model)
The CB300S is equipped with a circuit board that controls when
the water valve is powered. Figure 8 shows the main parts of
the board. Refer to Figure 9 for the wiring diagram. Refer to
the wiring notes shown after Figure 9 for board wiring/control
congurations that explain how to set the board based upon the
type of system it is being installed on. These recommendations
will provide the best performance and water savings depending
on the type of furnace system.
LED
BUTTON
DIP SWITCHES
CONNECTORS
LOW VOLTAGE
VALVE
Figure 8
DUCT THERMISTOR
UNIT THERMISTOR
SOLENOID
VALVE
YEL
YEL
TO SYSTEM
FROM SYSTEM
TERMINALS. SEE
WIRING NOTES
ELECTRONIC
HUMIDISTAT
OR
MANUAL
HUMIDISTAT
AIR PROVING
SWITCH
TERMINALS. SEE
WIRING NOTES
Figure 9
The source of 24 VAC comes from the HVAC system terminals.
The typical terminal designators are used, such as R, C, G, W,
etc. The following list identies the low voltage terminals and
their respective connection.
• R = 24 VAC from the HVAC system
• C= 24 VAC common from the HVAC system
• Hr = 24 V AC output for powering the electronic humidistat
(if equipped)
• Hc = 24 VAC common for the electronic humidistat (if
equipped)
• H = Humidistat input (must be 24 VAC)
• W/G = Input from HVAC system. This is used when the
humidier is used with warm air furnaces.
• AP1/AP2 = Air proving switch is connected here. Do not
apply voltage.
• Go = 24 VAC output may be used to energize a relay or
connected back to the thermostat “G” terminal to turn on
the fan. Thermostat functionality may vary and affect the
operation of this output.
DIP Switches/Settings:
• DIP #1 = Bypass OFF or Motorized ON (Factory Set
Mode)
• DIP #2 = High Capacity/Low Capacity - This is factory
set to High Capacity. If you determine that the humidier
is too large for the load, you may change the DIP switch
position to ON. It is not necessary in most cases.
• DIP #3 = Temperature Check - If you are installing this
humidier on a system that will have duct temperatures
regularly below 100°F, set this DIP switch to the OFF position.
Typical furnace bonnet temperature is nominally 120°F.
• DIP #4 = Furnace Runs Fan/Humidier Runs Fan - In
most systems the HVAC system operates the main
blower. The CB300S has a 24VAC output that may be
used to start the main blower if you would like to be able
to get some humidication while the furnace is off.
• DIP #5 = Temperature Override - This DIP switch
is factory set to OFF. In the event of a T1 thermistor
failure, this switch may be set to ON. This will allow the
humidier to operate temporarily with a single thermistor
until a replacement is acquired.
Wiring Notes (CB300S only):
When installing the CB300S on a furnace system, the humidier
may operate only when there is a call-for-heat OR the humidier
may be congured to start the HVAC blower whenever there is
a call-for-humidity.
Single Stage Furnace: Humidier operates
upon call-for-humidity only during a call-for-
X
X
X
X
X
heat.
• DIP Switch #3: On
• DIP Switch #4: Off
• Air Proving Switch: Recommended but not required. If
no air proving switch is used, install a jumper across
the AP1/AP2 terminals
• Go Terminal: No Connection
• W/G Terminal: Connected to System “W”
Multi Stage/Modulating Furnace: Humidier
operates upon call-for-humidity only during a
call-for-heat.
• DIP Switch #3: Off
• DIP Switch #4: Off
• Air Proving Switch: Required
• Go Terminal: No Connection
• W/G Terminal: No Connection
Single or Multi Stage Furnace: Humidier
operates upon a call-for-humidity and will
X X
X
X
X
start the HVAC blower.
• DIP Switch #3: Off
• DIP Switch #4: On
• Air Proving Switch: Recommended but not required. If
no air proving switch is used, install a jumper across
the AP1/AP2 terminals
• Go Terminal: Connected to System “G”
• W/G Terminal: No Connection
Although the capacity of the humidier may be reduced by more
than 40%, the CB300S may be installed on a heat pump system
and congured to operate only when there is a call-for-heat
OR the humidier may be congured to start the HVAC blower
whenever there is a call-for-humidity.
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X
X
X
X
Heat Pump System: Humidier operates
upon call-for-humidity only during a call-forheat.
• DIP Switch #3: Off
• DIP Switch #4: Off
• Air Proving Switch: Required
• Go Terminal: No Connection
• W/G Terminal: No Connection
Heat Pump System: Humidier operates
X X
X
X
X
upon a call-for-humidity and will start the
HVAC blower.
• DIP Switch #3: Off
• DIP Switch #4: On
• Air Proving Switch: Recommended but not required.
If no air proving switch is used, install a jumper across
the AP1/AP2 terminals
• Go Terminal: Connected to System “G”
• W/G Terminal: No Connection
5. Operation
Once the CB300/CB300S is installed and ready to be started,
the humidistat and DIP switches on the control board within
the humidier unit must be congured. The CB300 without
the H2OSmart™ controls does not have any DIP switches to
congure. You may skip to the Preliminary Checkout and Start-
up Sequence.
5.1 Preliminary Checkout and Start-up Sequence
1. Check that unit drain plumbing is properly connected and
drained.
2. Ensure that the supply plumbing is installed properly.
3. Open cold water supply and insure water is reaching the
unit. Incoming water line should be ltered.
4. With the unit powered, when the humidistat has a “call for
humidity”, the indicator LED will illuminate Green and the
unit will begin operation.
5. If at any point the indicator LED illuminates red or blinks
red/green alternating, a fault has been detected; service
will be required and the fault must be reset. Refer to the
Maintenance & Troubleshooting section.
6. Refer to the humidistat manual for “call for humidity”
percentage settings.
6. Maintenance & Troubleshooting
!
DANGER - RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
Before cleaning, servicing, or parts replacement, the unit must
be disconnected from all sources of electricity.
6.1 Pad Replacement
It will become necessary to replace the pad inside your
ComfortBREEZE CB300/CB300S humidier as time goes on.
A red LED Service indicator light may light up. This will tell
you that it is time to service your humidier. Please refer the
following procedure.
1. Adjust Humidistat to the lowest setting to ensure that
there is no call for humidity.
2. Ensure that power to the humidier has been turned off
so that the humidier will not operate while service is
being performed.
3. Close the water supply valve so that no water may ow to
the humidier during servicing.
4. To remove the humidier cover, press the release pads
as shown in Figure 10 and pull the cover toward you.
5. To remove the evaporator pad, push the retaining clips
and pull the top pad retainer out from the base. The
retainer and pad will come out together. The drain pan
stays inside the unit. See Figure 11.
6. Reassemble the humidier.
7. If required, reset the service timer (RED LED) by pressing
the reset button on the circuit board (if equipped) for 3
seconds. CB300S units with H2OSmart™ Technology
include a circuit board.
5.2 Starting/Stopping the unit
In order to start and stop the unit you must only lower the
humidistat setting to a point at which the contacts are open.
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6.2 Control Board Faults & Reset (CB300S)
Faults are indicated by a red and green ashing LED located
on the base of the unit in the lower left corner. There is a reset
button on the control board that will reset the unit in the event
of a fault. Pressing the reset button for 3 seconds will reset
the controls and clear the faults. Use the fault list below and
the troubleshooting chart to diagnose the fault and correct any
issues that may be present.
When the LED is glowing solid green, the unit is humidifying and
operating normally. The following list describes the faults that
may occur and will be displayed by the LED’s.
1. Rapid Red Blink = Terminals AP1 & AP2 for the air proving
switch did not close. The unit will not operate until airow
is present.
2. Slow Red Blink = Once the solenoid valve is energized and
humidication has begun, the controls must see a change
in temperature or the unit will not be allowed to operate.
This may be an indication of interrupted water supply.
3. Alternating Red/Green Blink = One of the thermistors has
failed.
• If T1 has failed the LED will blink Green/Red/Red with
a two second delay. The unit will not operate in this
condition unless DIP switch #5 is turned ON and the reset
button is pressed.
• If T2 has failed the LED with blink Green/Green/Red
with a two second delay. The unit will not operate in this
condition unless the T1 thermistor is relocated to act as
T2 and DIP switch #5 is turned ON. Using the override
DIP switch is only recommended as a temporary solution
until the failed thermistor can be replaced.
4. Solid Red LED = This functions to remind the homeowner
to replace the evaporator pad. The unit will continue to
operate and the LED may be cleared by pressing the reset
button on the control board.
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6.3 Troubleshooting Chart CB300S (H2OSmart™) units only
Problem/SymptomProbable CauseCorrective Action
Power is applied and the LED does not
illuminate.
Humidistat contacts are closed but the
unit will not operate.
LED is glowing solid RED.Service Timer has expired.Replace the humidier pad and reset the
LED displays a rapid red blink.Air proving switch did not close allowing
LED displays a slow red blink.No temperature change measured by
LED displays an alternating red/green
blink pattern.
No issue.The LED does not illuminate unless the
humidistat terminals are closed.
System Calibration in progress.Wait 2 minutes for the unit to begin
operating.
Solenoid Valve is not operating.Ensure that there is power supplied to
the valve. Check control board output.
Circuit Board has failed/fuse is blown.Replace circuit board.
LED. See page 8.
Ensure that the fan is operating and reset
the unit to start. Unit will not operate if
airow is not present.
thermistors.
Thermistor failure.See page 9.
the control board by pressing the reset
button for 3 seconds.
Ensure thermistors are connected.
Check water supply.
Verify that the evaporator pad is getting
wet.
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7. Exploded Views/Parts List
7.1 CB300S Exploded View
2
4
5
6
7
8
9
3
10
24
11
21
1
20
22
19
18
23
17
16
15
14
12
13
Figure 12
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7.2 CB300 Exploded View
2
4
5
6
7
8
9
3
10
11
1
20
19
18
17
16
15
14
12
13
Figure 13
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265686-002 / CB300
without circuit board
111265456-001COMFORTBREEZE FILTER RETAINER
112265455-001COMFORTBREEZE DRAIN TRAY
223265464-001BY-PASS SIDE PANEL W/DUCT
114465466-001BY-PASS DIVIDER
115265469-001BY-PASS DOME