Ultravation DC-IH-0208 User Manual

High performance progressive density filtration for better air cleaning and long filter life
Homeowner / User Guide
Maintenance
The filter media in your air cleaner must be changed periodically. The frequency of filter replacement is best determined by visual examination. However, a biannual replacement of the filter is strongly recommended, more often in areas where dust is know to be excessive. Replacement filters can be obtained through your installing contractor or local dealer.
Steps for replacing filter:
1. Open the access door by pressing down on handle then pull top of door forward slightly and lift.
2. Pull out used filter and discard.
3. Slide new filter into cabinet with airflow label pointing in the direction of the airflow.
4. Replace access door.
Replacement Filters
Model Dimensions MERV 11 Filter Part Number 1" Slimline Filter Part Number
16x25x3 91-007 91-020
16x25x5 91-005 91-020
0x25x5 91-006 91-021
2
16x20x5 91-012 91-023
20x20x5 91-013 91-022
Warranty
Ultravation warrants this product against any defects in material or workmanship for a period of ten years after date of purchase, with the exception of the disposable media filter, the ductwork and installation.
This warranty does not include damage to the unit from accident, misuse or improper installation. If this product should become defective during the warranty period, Ultravation will repair or elect to replace the product free of charge. Ultravation will return repaired or replaced warranted products pre-paid, provided that the product was delivered pre-paid.
Ultravation shall have no responsibilities for charges incurred by the customer for installation or removal of warranted items. Liability is limited only to the replacement or repair of this product.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state. All returns must be accompanied by a return authorization number, which may be obtained by contacting Ultravation, Inc.
Ultravation, Inc., P.O. Box 165, 212 Ideal Way, Poultney, Vermont 05764
Phone: 802-287-9735 • Fax: 802-287-9203
www.ultravation.com • info@ultravation.com
1-866-GO-UV-AIR (468-8247) ultravation.com
DC-OH-0208
Thank you for purchasing an Ultravation
®
Professional Indoor Air Quality Product
ProgressiveMedia™Whole House Air Cleaner
We recommend that this unit be installed and maintained by a trained HVAC professional technician.
Shipping and Packaging List:
• Filter housing including access door
• Warranty Registration
Introduction and Application
Your Ultravation® ProgressiveMedia Air Cleaner is a high efficiency air filtration sys­tem designed to remove dirt, dust, pollen, and other microscopic particles from the air that circulates through it. By adding it to your HVAC system, you are creating a clean­er indoor living environment for your whole household.
The filter works by trapping particles in its pleats and fibers. The filter is layered with progressively tighter density from the air entry to exit. It captures the largest particles early and increasingly smaller particles through its thickness. By holding dirt in its entire thickness and because of its extra large surface area, Ultravation® ProgressiveMedia™ has extremely high dirt holding capacity, so you will enjoy very long useful filter life. Its size and layered construction also creates minimial air flow restriction, enhancing HVAC system efficiency.
This media air cleaner is designed to be installed in a forced air heating, cooling and ventilation system. It should be installed so that all the system air is circulated through the filter. The air cleaner will only filter the air that is circulated through it. For maximum filtration effect, set your blower to operate continuously.
See serial number label inside of equipment door for unit replacement part numbers.
Application with a Humidifier
The Media Air Cleaner is compatible with humidifiers. Avoid applications where water mist will reach the media. When an evaporative type humidifier is used, it may be installed between the furnace warm air duct and the return air duct without affecting the air cleaner. Atomizing and spray type humidifiers should be installed at least six feet between the air cleaner and humidifier.
Air Conditioning
The air cleaner should be installed upstream of the cooling coil to keep the coil clean. This will improve cooling efficiency and reduce air conditioning coil maintenance. Better efficiency directly affects energy costs, so it pays to replace the filter at regular intervals (see Maintenence). Conversely, failure to replace the filter wastes energy and it may cause damage to the HVAC system.
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Typical installation of an Ultravation
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ProgressiveMedia
Air Cleaner
Installation Requirements
The desired location for installation of an Ultravation® ProgressiveMedia™ Air Cleaner is in the return air duct next to the blower compartment. In this location, the blower motor and internal components will be kept clean. By installing the air cleaner in the return (upstream from the cooling coils) the HVAC cooling coils in particular, will be kept clean. This protection increases coil life, improving overall system efficiency, saves power, and reduces maintenance costs.
Do not install this unit in the supply duct. Be sure to plan adequate space to allow fil­ter replacement. Before installation is complete, seal all joints and seams airtight with duct tape or caulking.
Once a ProgressiveMedia™ Air Cleaner is installed, it is very important to maintain the unit by changing the filter periodically so as not to obstruct airflow, which can damage components and increase energy costs.
Transitions
If the air duct does not fit the air cleaner cabinet opening, gradual transitions are recommended to reduce air turbulence through the air cleaner and maximize efficiency. Not more than 20 degrees (about 4" per running foot) of expansion should be used on each side of the transition fitting. (See diagram below)
20° expansion per side per fitting
(4 in. per running foot)
20º
Highboy
HVAC
System
Return Air
Return Air Duct
Counter
flow
HVAC
System
Supply
Air Duct
Lowboy HVAC System
Return
Air Duct
Return air
duct
Transition
Turning Vanes
If the air cleaner is installed adjacent to a 90-degree duct elbow, add turning vanes inside the duct to improve the air distribution across the face of the air cleaner. (See diagram below)
Return Air Duct
Turning Vanes
Supply
Duct
Horizontal
HVAC System
Return
Air
Duct
Two or more ProgressiveMedia
used in a high capacity HVAC system
ProgressiveMedia™ Air Cleaners have been designed for use with
virtually all types of HVAC systems.
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