Venmar 41502, 41506, 41552, 41602, 41556 User's And Installer's Manual
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VB0205
USER AND INSTALLER MANUAL
TOP PORTS UNITS
HRV ERV
Constructo 1.0 41502 41506
C12 41552 41556
60H 41602 41606
60H+ 41652 41656
VB0206
SIDE PORTS UNITS
HRV ERV
Constructo 1.0 41500 41504
C12 41550 41554
60H 41600 41604
60H+ 41650 41654
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RESIDENTIAL USE ONLY
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These products earned the ENERGY STAR® by
meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by
Natural Resources Canada and the US EPA. They
meet ENERGY STAR requirements only when used
in Canada.
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Please take note that this manual uses the following symbols to emphasize particular information:
⚠WARNING
Identifies an instruction which, if not followed, might cause serious personal injuries including possibility of death.
CAUTION
Denotes an instruction which, if not followed, may severely damage the unit and/or its components.
NOTE: Indicates supplementary information needed to fully complete an instruction.
LIMITATION
For residential (domestic) installation only. Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by a qualified person in accordance with all
applicable codes and standards, including fire-rated construction codes and standards.
⚠WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSON(S) OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
1. Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer.
2. Before servicing or cleaning this unit, disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet.
3. This unit is not designed to provide combustion and/or dilution air for fuel-burning appliances.
4. When cutting or drilling into a wall or ceiling, do not damage electrical wiring and other hidden utilities.
5. Do not use this unit with any solid-state speed control device other than those specified in section 6.2.
6. This unit must be grounded. The power supply cord has a 3-prong grounding plug for your personal safety. It must be plugged into a
mating 3-prong grounding receptacle, grounded in accordance with the national electrical code and local codes and ordinances. Do
not remove the ground prong. Do not use an extension cord.
7. Do not install in a cooking area or connect directly to any appliances.
8. Do not use to exhaust hazardous or explosive materials and vapors.
9. When performing installation, servicing or cleaning this unit, it is recommended to wear safety glasses and gloves.
10. When applicable local regulation comprises more restrictive installation and/or certification requirements, the aforementioned
requirements prevail on those of this document and the installer agrees to conform to these at his own expenses
11. Due to the weight of the unit, two installers are recommended to perform installation
CAUTION
1. To avoid prematurely clogged filters, turn the unit OFF during construction or renovation.
2. Please read specification label on product for further information and requirements.
3. Be sure to duct air outside – Do not intake/exhaust air into spaces within walls or ceiling or into attics, crawl spaces, or garage. Do not
attempt to recover the exhaust air from a dryer or a range hood.
4. Intended for residential installation only in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 90B (for a unit installed in U.S.A.) or Part 9 of
the National Building Code of Canada (for a unit installed in Canada).
5. Do not run any air ducts directly above or within 2 ft (0.61 m) of a furnace or its supply plenum, boiler, or other heat-producing
appliance. If a duct has to be connected to the furnace return plenum, it must be connected 10’ (3.1 m) away from plenum’s connection
to the furnace.
6. The ductwork is intended to be installed in compliance with all applicable local and national codes.
7. When leaving the house for a long period of time (more than two weeks), a responsible person should regularly check if the unit
operates adequately.
8. If the ductwork passes through an unconditioned space (e.g.: attic), the unit must operate continuously except when performing
maintenance and/or repair. Also, the ambient temperature of the house should never drop below 18°C (65°F).
9. At least once a year, the unit mechanical and electronic parts should be inspected by qualified service personnel.
10. Do not use your unit during construction or renovation of your house or when sanding drywall. Certain types of dust and vapors may
damage your ventilation system.
11. During winter, make sure that the outside intake and exhaust hoods are free from any snow. During a big snow storm, check that your
unit doesn’t draw in any snow. If it does, turn the unit OFF for a few hours.
12. Since the electronic control system of the unit uses a microprocessor, it may not operate correctly because of external noise or very
short power failure. If this happens, unplug the unit and wait approximately 10 seconds. Then, plug the unit in again.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
FOR THE USER
1. USING THIS UNIT .......................................4
1.1 Integrated Control....................................................4
2. USER SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS ...........5
2.1 Quarterly Maintenance ...........................................5
2.2 Annual Maintenance ...............................................5
3. USER'S TROUBLESHOOTING ...................5
4. WARRANTY .................................................6
FOR THE INSTALLER
5. INSTALLATION ............................................7
5.1 Preparing the unit ...................................................7
5.2 Locating the unit .....................................................7
5.2.1 Attic installation ......................................................... 7
5.3 Connecting the Drain (Constructo 1.0 HRV, C12
HRV, 60H HRV or 60H+ HRV) ......................................7
5.4 Installing the Ductwork and the registers ................8
5.4.1 Fully Ducted System .................................................. 8
5.4.2 Exhaust Ducted System - Supply Side ......................8
5.4.3 Exhaust Ducted System - Return Side ...................... 8
5.4.4 Simplified Installation - Return/Supply ...................... 9
5.4.5 Simplified Installation - Return/Return.......................9
5.5 Installing the Exterior Hoods .................................9
5.6 Installing Dual Exterior Hood Using Tandem®*
Transition Kit (optional) ...............................................10
5.7 Connecting the ducts to the Unit ..........................10
5.7.1 Insulated flexible ducts ............................................. 10
5.7.2 Non-insulated rigid ducts .........................................10
6. CONTROLS ...............................................10
6.1 Setting extended defrost for C12 HRV,
C12 ERV, 60H+ HRV and 60H+ ERV .........................10
6.2 Electrical Connection to Optional Wall Controls ...11
6.2.1 Altitude or Platinum ................................................. 11
6.2.2 Deco-Touch ............................................................. 11
6.2.3 Lite-Touch Constructo, Simple-Touch Constructo,
Lite-Touch Bronze or Simple-Touch Bronze ..................... 11
6.2.4 Constructo or Bronze .............................................. 11
6.2.5 Optional Auxiliary Controls ...................................... 11
7. CONNECTION TO THE FURNACE ............12
8. BALANCING THE UNIT .............................12
9. SERVICE PARTS ......................................13
10. WIRING DIAGRAM ...................................14
11. TROUBLESHOOTING ..............................16
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BACK / VERSO
For the User
1. USING THIS UNIT
CAUTION
Before using this unit for the first time, please take the time to carefully read page 2 of this guide to ensure it is
used safely and properly.
1.1 INTEGRATED CONTROL
Unit Booting Sequence
The unit’s booting sequence is similar to a personal computer’s booting sequence. Each time the unit is plugged in after being unplugged,
or after a power failure, it will perform a 30-second booting sequence before starting to operate. No command will be taken until the
unit is fully booted.
This unit is equipped with an integrated control, located on the recessed side
of the electrical compartment, under the unit.
• Use the integrated push-button to go from OFF to Low Speed, to High
Speed, and back to OFF.
• The color of the LED indicator shows what speed the unit is running in:
LED COLOR RESULTS
AMBER Unit is in Low speed
GREEN Unit is in High speed
NO LIGHT
Unit is OFF or controlled
by a main control
No light OFF or remote controled
Amber light LOW speed
Green ligh HIGH speed
Blinking light See User Manual
Sans lumière Arrêté ou contrôlé
par contrôle mural
Lumière ambre Basse vitesse
Lumière verte Haute vitesse
Clignotant Voir guide d’utilisation
VD0182
WARNING
Risk of electric shock. Before performing
any maintenance or servicing, always
disconnect the unit from its power source.
CAUTION
Unscrew both screws to open the electrical
compartment. To completely remove, detach
from its retention wire inside.
For more convenience, this unit can also be controlled using an optional wall control. When using an optional main control, unit must
be set to OFF using the integrated control.
For more information about their operation modes refer to the Main and auxiliary wall control User Guide, included with the ventilation unit
and also available at www.vanee.ca or www.venmar.ca.
AVERTISSEMENT
Danger d’électrocution. Débranchez
toujours l’appareil avant d’entreprendre
des travaux d’entretien ou de réparation.
ATTENTION
Dévisser les deux vis pour ouvrir le compartiment
électrique. Pour retirer complètement, le
détacher de son fil de rétention intérieur.
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product updates and special promotions from us?
What problem were you trying to solve with
your purchase? (Check each one that applies
to you.)
Bad odors
Respiratory
problems
Excess of humidity
Temperature
standardization
Lack of fresh air
Who installed your unit?
Home builder
Recommended
installer
Are you connected? Please do not hesitate to complete the product registration
card via our Web site at www.bnv.ca
Dust
Mildew
Allergies
No specifi c
problems
Others
Friend / family
Contractor
Yourself
Yes/No
Please read the following list of criteria
carefully. Indicate the importance of your
purchase decision on a scale of 1 (less
important) to 5 (most important).
Price
Warranty
Product design
Ventilation
capacity
Filter maintenance
indicator
Filtration quality
Recirculation
Heat recovery
Controls
Ease of cleaning
Manufacturer’s
reputation
Ease of use
Noise level
Other
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Quels problèmes essayez-vous de résoudre
par cet achat? (Cochez toutes les cases
pertinentes)
Mauvaises odeurs
Problèmes
respiratoires
Excès d’humidité
Uniformisation
de la température
Manque d’air frais
Qui a installé l’appareil?
Constructeur
de la maison
Installateur
recommandé
Enregistrez-vous en ligne! N’hésitez pas à remplir la fi che d’enregistrement
du produit sur notre site Internet au www.bnv.ca
Oui/Non
Poussières
Moisissures
Allergies
Pas de problèmes
spécifi ques
Autres (Précisez SVP)
Ami/membre
de la famille
Entrepreneur
Vous-même
Veuillez lire la liste des critères de sélection
ci-dessous. Sur une échelle de 1 (étant le moins
important) à 5 (étant le plus important), veuillez indiquer l’importance de chacun d’entre
eux dans votre décision d’achat.
Prix
Garantie
Design du produit
Débit de
ventilation
Indicateur
d’entretien du fi ltre
Qualité de fi ltration
Recirculation
Récupération
de chaleur
Récupération
d’énergie
Fonctions
Facilité de
nettoyage
Réputation
du fabricant
Simplicité
d’utilisation
Niveau de bruit
Autres
(Précisez SVP)
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For the User
2. USER SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS
⚠WARNING
• Risk of electric shock. Before performing any maintenance or servicing, always disconnect the unit from its
power source.
• When cleaning the unit, it is recommended to wear safety glasses and gloves.
2.1 QUARTERLY MAINTENANCE
1. Turn the unit off and unplug it.
2. HRV UNITS: wait one minute before opening the door to allow water to drain out of the unit.
⚠WARNING
Water or small debris could fall out when opening the door.
3. Open the door and remove it.
4. Clean the inner side of the door and dry it.
5. Remove both filters.
6. Wash both core filters under lukewarm water with mild soap. Rinse thoroughly and let dry completely.
7. Slide the clean and dry filters back in the unit making sure that they are held in place by the filter retaining wire.
8. Reinstall the door and close it.
9. Plug unit back. The unit will return to its previous setting after a 30-second booting sequence.
2.2 ANNUAL MAINTENANCE
1. Perform steps 1 to 6 of Quarterly Maintenance.
2. Hold the core and remove it by rotating both core retaining brackets.
⚠WARNING
Always hold the core while rotating the core retaining brackets.
3. Clean the recovery core as follows :
CONSTRUCTO 1.0 HRV 60H HRV CONSTRUCTO 1.0 ERV 60H ERV
C12 HRV 60H+ HRV C12 ERV 60H+ ERV
• Let it soak for 3 hours in a mixture of warm water and mild
soap (dishwashing liquid).
• Rinse lightly.
• Allow it to dry.
4. Clean the inside walls of the unit using a damp cloth, and wipe with a clean dry one.
5. Slide the cleaned core in the unit, making sure that the core's retaining brackets are pivoted back to their original position, and that
the arrows on the core label point towards the motors.
6. Slide the clean and dry filters back in the unit making sure that they are held in place by the filter retaining wire.
7. Reinstall the door and close it.
8. Clean the exterior hoods.
9. Plug unit back. The unit will return to its previous setting after a 30-second booting sequence.
• Remove the dust using a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush
attachment.
CAUTION: DO NOT SOAK THE ENERGY RECOVERY
CORE IN WATER
3. USER'S TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM TRY THIS
Nothing works. • Check if the unit is plugged in and receiving power from the house circuit breaker or fuse.
Condensation on windows
(air too humid).
Inside air too dry. • Temporarily use a humidifier.
Air too cold at the air supply
grille.
The LED of the integrated
control is blinking RED.
The integrated control push
button does not work.
• Operate the unit on maximum speed ventilation until the situation is corrected.
• Leave curtains half-open to allow air circulation.
• Store all firewood in a closed room with a dehumidifier, in a well ventilated room, or store outdoors.
• Do not adjust the thermostat of your heating system below 18°C (64°F).
• Operate the unit in recirculation mode (if available).
• Check if the exterior hood is blocked.
• Operate the unit in low speed ventilation or in intermittent or recirculation mode (if available).
• Install a duct heater.
a) The door is open and the unit is not unplugged. Close the door and press once on the integrated control
push button to reset the unit.
b) There is a problem with the exhaust motor. The unit is OFF. Contact your installer.
• The 30-second boot sequence is not completed. See section 1.1.
• If the booting sequence is completed and the push-button still doesn’t work, contact your installer.
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For the User
4. WARRANTY
This ventilation unit is a high quality product, built and packaged with care. The manufacturer warrants to the original purchaser of its
product, that such products will be free from defects for the period stated below, from date of original purchase. For all units, the warranty
covers parts only against any operational defect. This is a 5-year warranty, except for HRV Constructo 1.0, ERV Constructo 1.0, 60H HRV
and 60H ERV; these three units having a 2-year warranty. Subject to performing the core maintenance according to the manufacturer's
recommendations, the heat recovery core (HRV) has a limited lifetime warranty, and the energy recovery core (ERV) has a 5-year
warranty. If any defect should occur, we urge you to read this guide carefully. If the problem persists, observe the following rules:
RULES TO FOLLOW
If the unit is defective, contact your ventilation contractor (see address on your manual’s cover page). The contractor will determine with
you the reason for the defect, and if needed, do the replacement or repair. If ever it is impossible to reach your ventilation contractor, call
1-800-567-3855 (North America); the personnel will be pleased to give you the phone number of a distributor or service center near you.
REPLACEMENT PARTS AND REPAIR
In order to ensure your ventilation unit remains in good working condition, you must use the manufacturer’s genuine replacement parts only.
The manufacturer’s genuine replacement parts are specially designed for each unit and are manufactured to comply with all the applicable
certification standards and maintain a high standard of safety. Any third party replacement part used may cause serious damage and
drastically reduce the performance level of your unit, which will result in premature failing. The manufacturer also recommends that you
contact a service depot certified by the manufacturer for all replacement parts and repair.
BILL OF PURCHASE
No replacement or repair covered by the warranty will be carried out unless the unit is accompanied by a copy of the original bill of
purchase. Please retain your original.
MISCELLANEOUS COSTS
In each case, the labor costs for the removal of a defective part and/or installation of a compliant part will not be covered by the manufacturer.
CONDITIONS AND LIMITATIONS
These units are created for residential use only and must be used in a building as defined below:
Building: All structures zoned and/or erected for the act, process or art of human or animal habitation and/or the storage or
warehousing of goods.
Residential use: Dwelling, lodging, suite: Building, or part of a building, intended to act as either the domicile to one or several people
which can include general sanitary, food consumption and rest facilities. Buildings of only one room or a group of
rooms including those occupied by a tenant or owner; comprise the lodgings, the individual rooms of the motels,
hotels, rooming/lodging houses, boarding/half-way/foster homes, dormitories, and suites, as well as the stores and the
business establishments constituted by only one room in a dwelling.
Commercial use: Agricultural establishment, commercial establishment for assembly, care, or detention: Building or part of a building that
does not contain a dwelling, situated on land dedicated to agriculture or farming and used primarily to shelter animals,
or for the production, the storage or the treatment of agricultural or horticultural products or animal food. Building or
part of a building, used for the display or retail of goods, professional or personal services, or commodities. Building,
or part of a building used by persons gathering for civic activities, religious or political assembly, tourism, educational/
vocational training, recreation or the consumption of food or drink. Building, or part of a building used to shelter persons
of impaired physical or psychological states, persons requiring palliative care or medical treatments, or persons for
reasons out of their control, cannot escape harm or threat of danger autonomously.
Industrial use: Building, or part of a building, used for the assembly, the manufacture, the creation, the treatment, the repair or the
storage of products and combustible materials and that contain fuels that when ignited or exploded in sufficient quantity
may constitute a risk of fire.
The above warranty applies to all cases where the damage is not a result of poor installation, improper use, mistreatment or negligence,
acts of God, or any other circumstances beyond the control of the manufacturer. Furthermore, the manufacturer will not be held responsible
for any bodily injury or damage to personal property or real estate, whether caused directly or indirectly by the unit. This warranty
supersedes all prior warranties.
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