Venmar 44102, 44112, 44202, 44212 Installation Manual

RESIDENTIAL INDOOR USE ONLY

READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

09318 rev. B

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INSTALLATION GUIDE

VENMAR AVS vänEE

Kubix™ HRV Plus

(top ports)

Model no. 44102

Kubix™ ERV

(top ports)

Model no. 44112

Vigör™ HRV Plus

(top ports)

Model no. 44202

Vigör™ ERV

(top ports)

Model no. 44212

Kubix™ HRV Plus

(side ports)

Model no. 44103

Kubix™ ERV

(side ports)

Model no. 44113

Vigör™ HRV Plus

(side ports)

Model no. 44203

Vigör™ ERV

(side ports)

Model no. 44213

VB0143 VB0145 VB0147 VB0149

VB0144 VB0146 VB0148 VB0150

ABOUT THIS GUIDE

Because of the large amount of models covered in this publication, the illustrations are typical ones. Some details of your unit may be slightly
different than the ones shown.

Please take note that this guide uses the following symbols to emphasize particular information:

NOTE: Indicates supplementary information needed to fully complete an instruction.

WARNING

Identifies an instruction which, if not followed, might cause serious personal injuries including possibility of death.

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CAUTION

Denotes an instruction which, if not followed, may severely damage the unit and/or its components.

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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. If you have questions, contact the manufacturer at the address or

telephone number listed in the warranty.

2. We recommend that your unit be inspected by a specialized technician once a year.

3. Before servicing or cleaning the unit, disconnect power cord from electrical outlet.

4. This unit is not designed to provide combustion and/or dilution air for fuel-burning appliances.

5. When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not damage electrical wiring and other hidden utilities.

6. Do not use the units with any solid-state speed control device other than the corresponding ones listed below:

7. 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.

8. Do not install in a cooking area or connect directly to any appliances.

9. Do not use to exhaust hazardous or explosive materials and vapors.

10. When performing installation, servicing or cleaning these units, it is recommended to wear safety glasses and gloves.

11. Due to the weight of the unit, two installers are recommended to perform installation.

12. When applicable local regulations comprise 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.

CAUTION

1. To avoid prematurate clogged filters, turn OFF the unit 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.

4. Intended for residential installation only in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 90B (for a unit installed in USA) 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 closer than 2 ft (0.61 m) to any 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 not closer than 9’ 10” (3 m) from this
plenum connection to the furnace.

6. The ductwork is intended to be installed in compliance with all applicable 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 ducts must be insulated, and 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).

WARNING

ABOUT THESE UNITS
LIMITATION

For residential (domestic) installation only. This unit must be installed in accordance with all national and local regulations, building codes
and safety codes.

UNIT MAIN CONTROL AUXILIARY CONTROL

KUBIX™ HRV PLUS

ALTITUDE, LITE-TOUCH CONSTRUCTO,

S

IMPLE-TOUCH CONSTRUCTO OR CONSTRUCTO

20/40/60-MINUTE PUSH-BUTTON TIMER, 20-MINUTE LIGHTED PUSH BUTTON,

60-

MINUTE CRANK TIMER AND DEHUMIDISTAT

VIGÖR™ ERV

PLATINUM, LITE-TOUCH BRONZE,

SIMPLE-TOUCH BRONZE OR BRONZE

20/40/60-MINUTE PUSH-BUTTON TIMER, 20-MINUTE LIGHTED PUSH BUTTON,

60-MINUTE CRANK TIMER AND HUMIDITY CONTROL

1. TECHNICAL SUPPORT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

2. TECHNICAL DATA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-4

2.1 AIR DISTRIBUTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

2.2 DEFROST CYCLES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

2.3 TOP PORTS UNITS DIMENSIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

2.4 S

IDE PORTS UNITS DIMENSIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

3TYPICAL INSTALLATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

3.1 FULLY DUCTED SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

3.2 CENTRAL DRAW POINT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

3.3 SIMPLIFIED INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

4INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-10

4.1 INSPECT THE CONTENT OF THE BOX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

4.2 L

OCATING THE UNIT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

4.3 PLANNING OF THE DUCTWORK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

4.4 INSTALLING THE DUCTWORK AND REGISTERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-8

4.5 C

ONNECTING THE DUCTS TO THE UNIT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

4.6 INSTALLING TWO EXTERIOR HOODS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

4.7 CONNECTING THE DRAIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

5. CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-13

5.1 UNITS BOOTING SEQUENCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

5.2 I

NTEGRATED CONTROL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

5.3 SETTING EXTENDED DEFROST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

5.4 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION TO MAIN CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

5.5 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION TO OPTIONAL AUXILIARY CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

6. ELECTRICAL CONNECTION TO THE FURNACE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

7. WIRING DIAGRAM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

8. BALANCING THE UNIT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

8.1 WHAT YOU NEED TO BALANCE THE UNIT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

8.2 PRELIMINARY STAGES TO BALANCE THE UNIT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

8.3 B

ALANCING PROCEDURE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

9. SERVICE PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

10. T

ROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17-18

TABLE OF CONTENTS

2. TECHNICAL DATA

2.1 AIR DISTRIBUTION

TOP PORT UNITS SIDE PORT UNITS

STALE AIR

TO OUTSIDE

STALE AIR

FROM

BUILDING

STALE AIR

FROM

BUILDING

FRESH AIR

TO BUILDING

FRESH AIR

TO BUILDING

FRESH AIR

FROM OUTSIDE

FRESH AIR

FROM OUTSIDE

STALE AIR

TO OUTSIDE

UNIT FRONT

UNIT FRONT

1. TECHNICAL SUPPORT (FOR ASSISTANCE)

FOR ASSISTANCE, CALL ON WEEKDAYS, 8:30 AM TO 5:00 PM (EASTERN STANDARD TIME).
NOTE: THESE PHONE NUMBERS ARE STRICTLY RESERVED FOR INSTALLERS USE ONLY. DO NOT CALL THIS NUMBER FOR ORDERING PARTS.

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FOR VENMAR UNITS: 1-800-649-0372 (TOLL FREE)FOR VÄNEE UNITS: 1-888-908-2633 (TOLL FREE)

VF0051

2. TECHNICAL DATA (CONT’D)

2.2 DEFROST CYCLES

In a cold region, (outside temperature -27°C [-17°F] and lower), it may be necessary to setup EXTENDED DEFROST. See Section 5.3.

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2.4 SIDE PORTS UNITS DIMENSIONS

2.3 TOP PORTS UNITS DIMENSIONS

VK0075A

Ø 4” TYP.

15 7/16”

2 ³/

8”

16 5/16”

18 5/8”

16”

15

5

/8”

3 FT.

POWER CORD

KUBIX™ HRV PLUS AND VIGÖR™ HRV PLUS UNITS

OUTSIDE

TEMPERATURE

DEFROST CYCLES

(MINUTES)

EXTENDED DEFROST

CYCLES (MINUTES)

°C °F DEFROSTING

OPERATION

BETWEEN EACH

DEFROST CYCLE

DEFROSTING

OPERATION

BETWEEN EACH

DEFROST CYCLE

-5 23 4 20 6 15

-15 5 4 20 6 15

-27 -17 6 15 6 12

KUBIX™ ERV AND VIGÖR™ ERV UNITS

OUTSIDE

TEMPERATURE

DEFROST CYCLES

(MINUTES)

EXTENDED DEFROST

CYCLES (MINUTES)

°C °F DEFROSTING

OPERATION

BETWEEN EACH

DEFROST CYCLE

DEFROSTING

OPERATION

BETWEEN EACH

DEFROST CYCLE

-5 23 7 22 7 15

-15 5 7 22 7 15

-27 -17 7 15 7 12

VK0072A

19 13/16”

3

FT.

POWER CORD

Ø 4” TYP.

5

/16”

16

2 ³/8”15 7/16”

15 /16”

5

15

/8”

3.3 SIMPLIFIED INSTALLATION (CONNECTION TO A FORCED AIR SYSTEM)

3. TYPICAL INSTALLATIONS

Use the following illustrations as guidelines to help you decide on how the unit will be installed.
All the units should be hung from the joists.
If required, bathroom fans and a range hood may be used to exhaust stale air. Also, for homes with more than one level, we recommend

one exhaust register at the highest level.
There are 3 installation methods: Fully ducted, Central Draw Point and Simplified Installation.

NOTE: An electrical outlet has to be available within 3 feet of the unit.

3.1 FULLY DUCTED SYSTEM (PRIMARILY FOR HOMES WITH RADIANT HOT WATER OR ELECTRIC BASEBOARD HEATING)

3.2 CENTRAL DRAW POINT (CONNECTION TO A FORCED AIR SYSTEM)

Stale air coming from the registers located at the highest level of the house
is exhausted to the outside. Fresh air from outside is filtered and supplied by
the register located in the lowest liveable level.
Homes with more than one level require at least one exhaust register at the
highest level.
See figure at right.

Stale air coming from the registers located at the highest level of the house
is exhausted to the outside. Fresh air from outside is filtered and supplied to
the return (plenum) or the supply duct of the forced air unit. See figure at
right.

For this type of installation, it is not essential that the forced air system blower
runs when the unit is in operation, but we recommend it.

NOTE: Home with multiple forced air systems should have one unit on each

system.

Stale air is exhausted to the outside. Fresh air from outside is filtered and
supplied to the return (plenum) or the supply duct of the forced air unit.
See figure at right.

To avoid cross-contamination and achieve the highest efficiencies, the forced
air system blower must always be ON.

NOTE: Home with multiple forced air systems should have one unit on

each system.

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VH0082

VH0081

VH0083

4. INSTALLATION

4

.1 INSPECT THE CONTENT OF THE BOX

Inspect the exterior of the unit for shipping damage. Ensure that there is no damage to the door, ports, power cord, etc.

4.2 LOCATING THE UNIT

Choose an appropriate location for the unit.

• Within an area of the house where the ambient temperature is between 10°C (50°F)
and 50°C (122°F) (basement, furnace room, closet, etc.).

• Away from living areas (dining room, living room, bedroom), if possible.

• So as to provide easy access to the interior of the unit, for maintenance.

• Close to an exterior wall, so as to limit the length of the insulated flexible duct to and
from the unit.

• Away from hot chimneys and other fire hazards.

• Allow for a power source (standard 3-prong grounding outlet).

• Close to a drain (HRV units only). If no drain is close by, use a pail to collect run-off.

Hang the unit with the four chains and springs provided. See illustration beside.

CAUTION

Make sure the unit is level.

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4.3 PLANNING OF THE DUCTWORK

• Keep it simple. Plan for a minimum of bends and joints.

• Keep the length of insulated ducts to a minimum.

• Do not ventilate crawl spaces or cold rooms. Do not attempt to recover the exhaust air from a dryer or a range hood. This would
cause clogging of the filters and recovery module.

• If the house has two floors or more, be sure to plan for at least one exhaust register on the highest lived-in level.

4.4 INSTALLING THE DUCTWORK AND REGISTERS

4.4.1 FULLY DUCTED SYSTEM (AS ILLUSTRATED IN SECTION 3.1)

Stale air exhaust ductwork

• Install the stale air exhaust registers where the contaminants are produced: kitchen, living room, etc. Position the registers as far
from the stairway as possible and in such a way that the air circulates in all the lived-in spaces in the house.

• If a register is installed in the kitchen, it must be located at least 4 feet (1.2 m) from the range.

• Install the registers 6 to 12 inches (152 to 305 mm) from the ceiling on an interior wall OR install them in the ceiling.

Fresh air distribution ductwork

• Install the fresh air distribution registers in bedrooms, dining rooms, living room and basement.

• Keep in mind that the fresh air registers must be located as far as possible from the stale air registers.

• Install the registers either in the ceiling or high on the walls with air flow directed towards the ceiling. (The cooler air will then cross
the upper part of the room and mix with room air, before descending to occupant’s level.)

• If a register must be floor installed, direct the airflow up the wall.

Never install a stale air exhaust register in a closed room where a combustion device operates, such as a gas furnace, a gas
water heater or a fireplace.

WARNING

!

VD0242

4. INSTALLATION (CONT’D)

4.4 INSTALLING THE DUCTWORK AND REGISTERS (CONT’D)

4.4.2 C

ENTRAL DRAW POINT SYSTEM (AS ILLUSTRATED IN SECTION 3.2)

Stale air exhaust ductwork

Same as for Fully Ducted System, described on point 4.4.1

Fresh air distribution ductwork

There are 2 methods for connecting the unit to the furnace/air handler:

Method 1: Supply side connection

• Cut an opening into the furnace supply duct at least 18 inches (0.5 m) from the
furnace/air handler.

• Connect this opening to the

Fresh air distribution

port of the unit (use metal duct,

see figure beside).

• Make sure the unit duct forms an elbow inside the furnace/air handler ductwork.

• If desired, interlock (synchronize) the furnace/air handler blower operation (see
Section 5 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION TO FURNACE).

Method 2: Return side connection

• Cut an opening into the furnace return duct not less than 10 feet (3.1 m) from the
furnace/air handler (A+B).

• Connect this opening to the

Fresh air distribution

port of the unit

(see figure beside).
NOTE: For Method 2, it is not essential that the furnace/air handler runs when the unit

is operation, but we recommend it. If desired, interlock (synchronize) the
furnace/air handler blower operation (see Section 6 ELECTRICAL
CONNECTION TO FURNACE).

When performing duct connections, always use approved tools and materials. Respect all corresponding laws and safety
regulations. Please refer to your local building code.

When performing duct connections to the furnace supply duct, this duct must be sized to support the additional airflow
produced by the unit. Also, the use of metal duct is highly recommended.

MINIMUM 18”

(0.5

M)

A+B =

NOT LESS

THAN 10’ (3.1 M)

METAL DUCT

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WARNING

!

CAUTION

VJ0075

VJ0076

A

B

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4. INSTALLATION (CONT’D)

4.4 INSTALLING THE DUCTWORK AND REGISTERS (CONT’D)

4.4.3 S

IMPLIFIED INSTALLATION (AS ILLUSTRATED IN SECTION 3.3)

There are 2 methods for connecting the unit to the furnace/air handler:

Method 1: Supply-return connection Method 2: Return-return

Stale air intake

• Cut an opening into the furnace/air handler return duct not less than 10 feet (3.1 m) from the furnace/air handler (A+B).

• Connect this opening to the

Exhaust air from building

port of the unit.

When performing duct connections, always use approved tools and materials. Respect all corresponding laws and/or safety
regulations. Please refer to your local building code.

WARNING

When performing duct connections to the furnace supply duct (Method 1), this duct must be sized to support the additional
airflow produced by the unit. Also, the use of metal duct is highly recommended. For a Return-Return installation, the furnace
blower must be in operation when the unit is in operation.

!

A+B = NOT LESS

THAN 10’ (3.1 M)

M

INIMUM 18”

(0.5 M)

M

ETAL DUCT

A+B = NOT LESS

THAN 10’ (3.1 M)

M

INIMUM 3’

(0.9 M)

Fresh air distribution

• Same instructions as for Method 1 or Method 2, Section 4.4.2.
For Method 2 (Return-return), make sure there is a distance of at least 3 feet (0.9 m) between the 2 connections to the furnace/air
handler.

NOTE: For Method 1, it is not essential to synchronize the furnace blower operation with the unit operation, but we recommend it.

CAUTION

If using Method 2, make sure the furnace/air handler blower operation is synchronized with the unit operation! See Section 6.

CAUTION

B

VJ0078

VJ0077

A

A

B

4. INSTALLATION (CONT’D)

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4.5 CONNECTING THE DUCTS TO THE UNIT

Insulated flexible ducts

Use the following procedure to connect the insulated flexible ducts to the ports of the unit (

Exhaust air to outside

and

Fresh air from

outside

ports).

All units have those 2 ports equipped with integrated balancing damper. Prior to install the
insulated flexible ducts, ensure these both ports have their damper entirely open (their
adjusment pin (A) must be set vertical, as shown beside).

1. Pull back the insulation to expose the flexible duct.

2. Attach the flexible duct to the port using tie wrap.

3. Pull the insulation over the joint and tuck in between the inner and outer rings of the double collar.

4. Pull down the vapor barrier (shaded part in illustrations below) over the outer ring to cover it completely. Fasten in place the vapor barrier

using the port strap included in unit parts bag). To do so, insert one collar pin through vapor barrier and first strap hole, then insert the
other collar pin through vapor barrier and center strap hole and close the loop by inserting the first collar pin in the last strap hole.

Make sure the vapor barrier on the insulated ducts does not tear during installation to avoid condensation within the ducts.

Non-insulated rigid ducts

Use metal screws and duct tape to connect the rigid ducts to the

unit ports.

Non-insulated flexible ducts

Use tie wraps to connect the flexible ducts to the unit ports.

CAUTION

If ducts have to go through an unconditioned space (e.g.: attic), always use insulated ducts.

CAUTION

VJ0074

1

2

3

4

COLLAR PIN

COLLAR PIN

A

VJ0033

VJ0073

4.6 INSTALLING TWO EXTERIOR HOODS

Choose an appropriate location to install the exterior
hoods:

• There must be a minimum distance of 6 feet (1.8 m)
between the hoods to avoid cross-contamination

• There must be a minimum distance of 18 inches
(457 mm) from the ground

Refer to figure beside for connecting insulated ducts to the
exterior hoods. An “Anti-gust intake hood’’ should be
installed in regions where a lot of snow is expected to fall.

4. INSTALLATION (CONT’D)

TAPE AND DUCT TIE

OPTIONAL

DUCT LOCATION

EXHAUST HOOD

INTAKE HOOD

18’’

(457 MM)

18’’

(457

MM)

4’’ Ø

(102

MM)

18’’

(457 MM)

6’

(1.8

M)

6’

(1.8 M)

4.7 CONNECTING THE DRAIN

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Connect the plastic tube to the inner
drain fitting located under the unit as
shown.
NOTE: For ERV units, remove drain plug

outside the unit prior to install
tubing.

Make a water trap loop in the tube to prevent
the unit from drawing unpleasant odors from
the drain source. Run the tube to the floor
drain or to an alternative drain pipe or pail.

IMPORTANT

If using a pail to collect water, locate the tube
end approximately 1” from the top of the pail
in order to prevent water from being drawn
back up into the unit.

TIE WRAP

WARNING

Make sure the intake hood is at least 6 feet (1.8 m)
away from any of the following:

• Dryer exhaust, high efficiency furnace vent, central
vacuum vent

• Gas meter exhaust, gas barbecue-grill

• Any exhaust from a combustion source

• Garbage bin and any other source of contamination

!

A drain tubing (included) must be installed for all HRV units. For ERV units, it is not required, however, it is recommended for
climates where the outside temperature typically remains below -25°C (-13°F), (over a 24-hour period) for several days in a row,
combined with an indoor humidity of 40% or higher.

CAUTION

VD0028

VO0190

± 1”

VD0240A

5. CONTROLS

5.2 INTEGRATED CONTROL

Refer to table below to see how to operate the unit using its integrated control.

If a problem occurs during the unit operation, its integrated control LED (2) will blink. The color of the blinking light depends on the type of
error detected. Refer to Section 10

Troubleshooting

on page 18 for further details.

NOTE: WHEN USING MAIN CONTROL, THE INTEGRATED CONTROL MUST BE TURNED OFF.

All units are equipped with an integrated control located on upper left side of the unit. Plug the unit.

5.1 BOOTING SEQUENCE

The unit booting sequence is similar to a personnal computer boot sequence. Each time the unit is plugged after being unplugged, or after
a power failure, the unit will perform a 30-second booting sequence before starting to operate.

During the booting sequence, the integrated control LED will light GREEN for 5 seconds, and then will turn RED. During this RED light
phase, the unit is checking and resetting the motorized damper position. Once the motorized damper position completely set, the RED light
turns off and the booting sequence is done.

NOTE: No command will be taken until the unit is fully booted.

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PRESS ON PUSH BUTTON LED COLOR RESULTS

ONCE AMBER UNIT IS ON LOW SPEED

TWICE GREEN UNIT IS ON HIGH SPEED

THREE TIMES NO LIGHT UNIT IS OFF

VE0220

Use the push button (1) to control the unit. The LED (2) will then show on which mode the unit is in.

1

2

5.3 SETTING EXTENDED DEFROST

These units are factory set to normal defrost. In cold region (outside temperature -27°C [-17°F] and lower), it may be necessary to setup
extended defrost. During the first 2 seconds of booting sequence, while the integrated control LED is GREEN, press on push button for
3 seconds to set the unit in extended defrost; the LED will blink AMBER to show the unit is in extended defrost mode. After that, the LED
will shut off, then light RED (the unit returns in its booting sequence).

5. CONTROLS (CONT’D)

For more convenience, these units can also be controlled using an optional main wall control.
NOTES: 1. The integrated control must be turned OFF to use an optional main control.

2. If an optional auxiliary control is used, if activated, this auxiliary control will override the optional main control.

5.4 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION TO MAIN CONTROLS

Use the terminal connector included in the installation kit to perform the electrical
connection for main and optional wall controls. Check if all wires are correctly inserted in
their corresponding holes in the terminal block. (A wire is correctly inserted when its orange
receptacle is lower than another one without wire. On picture beside, wire A is correctly
inserted, but wire B is not.)

CAUTION

Never install more than one optional main wall control per unit. Make sure that the wires do not short-circuit between themselves
or by touching any other components on the wall control. Avoid poor wiring connections. To reduce electrical interference
(noise) potential, do not run wall control wiring next to control contactors or near light dimming circuits, electrical motors,
dwelling/building power or lighting wiring, or power distribution panel.

Always disconnect the unit before making any connections. Failure in disconnecting power could result in electrical shock or
damage of the wall control or electronic module inside the unit.

A

B

VE0106

5.4.2 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION TO LITE-TOUCH CONSTRUCTO

OR SIMPLE-TOUCH CONSTRUCTO MAIN WALL CONTROLS

(KUBIX™ HRV PLUS AND ERV UNITS ONLY)

5.4.1 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION TO ALTITUDE (KUBIX™ HRV PLUS

AND ERV UNITS ONLY) OR PLATINUM (VIGÖR™ HRV PLUS
AND ERV UNITS ONLY) MAIN WALL CONTROL

5.4.3 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION TO LITE-TOUCH BRONZE

OR SIMPLE-TOUCH BRONZE MAIN WALL CONTROLS

(VIGÖR™ HRV PLUS AND ERV UNITS ONLY)

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WARNING

!

NO C NC I OC OL Y R G B

VE0181

MODE
PREF

SET

SMART

MAIN WALL CONTROL

LITE-TOUCH CONSTRUCTO

and

NO C NC I OC OL Y R G B

SIMPLE-TOUCH CONSTRUCTO

REAR VIEW

MAIN WALL CONTROL
LITE-TOUCH BRONZE

and

NO C NC I OC OL Y R G B

SIMPLE TOUCH BRONZE

REAR VIEW

B G

OC

VE0100A

B G

G

Y

B

OC

VE0101A

G

Y

B

5. CONTROLS (CONT’D)

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5.4 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION TO MAIN CONTROLS (CONT’D)

5.4.4 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION TO CONSTRUCTO
MAIN WALL CONTROL
(KUBIX™ HRV PLUS AND ERV UNITS ONLY)

5.4.5 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION TO BRONZE
MAIN WALL CONTROL
(VIGÖR™ HRV PLUS AND ERV UNITS ONLY)

Once the control(s) connections have been made, insert the terminal connector in the electrical
compartment interface.

NOTE: If the Dehumidistat or Humidity Control is

activated and then an optional auxiliary
control is being activated, this one will
override the Dehumidistat or Humidity
Control commands.

NOTE: For information about the operation of the wall controls, refer to the user guide.

TERMINAL

CONNECTOR

VE0221

5.5 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION TO OPTIONAL AUXILIARY CONTROLS

C

°

5

F

°

41

E

OFF

0

1

/

9

8

N

O

Z

T

R

--5°C

O

F

M

O

C

-20°C

-4°F

MIN MAX

23°F

X

X

X

X

X

#

NO C NC I OC OL Y R G B

CONSTRUCTO

VE0102

NO C NC I OC OL Y R G B

NO C NC I OC OL Y R G B

VE0103

DEHUMIDISTAT OR

HUMIDITY CONTROL

60-MINUTE

CRANK TIMER

20/40/60-MINUTE or 20-MINUTE

PUSH-BUTTON SWITCHES

H

E

U

M

R

I

D

O

M

20%

5 °C

E

41 °F

HUMIDITY

N

O

CONTROL

25%

Z

T

R

O

F

-5 °C

M

30%

23 °F

O

C

-20 °C

L

E

D

I

S

M

S

U

H

-4 °F

-30 °C

-22 °F

(5 MAXIMUM)

H

E

V

U

I

T

M

A

I

D

L

E

I T

R

Y

%

O

F

F

70%

60%

C

E

O

N

O

M

Z

F

O

T

R

50%

40%

MAX.

OFF

MIN.

VE0089A

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6. ELECTRICAL CONNECTION TO THE FURNACE

For a furnace connected to a cooling system:

On some older thermostats, energizing the “R” and “G” terminals at the furnace has the effect of energizing “Y” at the thermostat and
thereby turning on the cooling system. If you identify this type of thermostat, you must use the ALTERNATE FURNACE INTERLOCK WIRING.

STANDARD FURNACE INTERLOCK WIRING ALTERNATE FURNACE INTERLOCK WIRING

Never connect a 120-volt AC circuit to the terminals of the furnace interlock (standard wiring). Only use the low voltage class 2
circuit of the furnace blower control.

WARNING

!

NO C NC I OC OL Y R G B

NO C NC I OC OL Y R G B

FOUR
WIRES

TWO WIRES

heating only

W

R

G

C

Y

FURNACE

24-VOLT

TERMINAL BLOCK

VE0108A

W R G

THERMOSTAT

Y

TERMINALS

TWO WIRES

COOLING SYSTEM

UNIT TERMINAL CONNECTOR

4 WIRES

2 WIRES

heating only

W

R

G
C
Y

FURNACE

24-VOLT

TERMINAL BLOCK

W R G Y

R

Y

THERMOSTAT

TERMINAL

wiring
nuts

NO

NC

C

2 WIRES

UNIT TERMINAL CONNECTOR

COOLING SYSTEM

7. WIRING DIAGRAM

WARNING

!

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• Risk of electrical shocks. Before performing any maintenance or servicing, always disconnect the unit from its power source.

• This product is equipped with an overload protection (fuse). A blown fuse indicates an overload or a short-circuit situation.
If the fuse blows, unplug the product from the outlet. Replace the fuse as per the servicing instructions (follow the marking
of product for the proper fuse rating) and verify the product. If the replaced fuse blows, it may be a short-circuit and the
product must be discarded or returned to an authorized service center for examination and/or repair.

WIRING DIAGRAM

C2

C1

M1

13 µF

5 µF

BK

BR

120 VAC

60 Hz

24V Class 2

T1

2

J6

1

1

BL

2

J4

3

F1

G

3A

3AG T

YPE

BK

9.5V
Class 2

21345

4321

2

W

LINE VOLTAGE
CLASS 2 LOW VOLTAGE FACTORY WIRING

CLASS 2 LOW VOLTAGE FIELD WIRING

J14

S1

ICP

J13

10

9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1

A1

J2

4321

5

12

J3

DAMPER ELECTRONIC

ASSEMBLY

J8

J12

J9

1

J10

M2

D

AMPER MOTOR

12345

ELECTRONIC ASSEMBLY

M2S-48900

OR M2S-C1033A

Y

R

T

21

A2

COLOR CODE

BK
BL
BR
G
R
W
Y

BK

G

HERMISTOR

t˚

J1

BLACK
BLUE
BROWN
GREEN
RED
WHITE
YELLOW

B

G

R
Y

OL
OC

I

IELD WIRING

F

REMOTE

CONTROL

OVERRIDE SWITCH

(OPTIONAL)

FURNACE BLOWER

INTERLOCK

(OPTIONAL)

LOGIC DIAGRAM

VE0219A

N

EUTRAL

J10-1

K4

120 VAC

K3

J12-1

J12-2

J4-1

J2-1

A2

B

LOWER MOTOR

C1

J6-1

J3-1

J3-2J2-2

M

M

OTOR CAPACITOR

J6-2

D

AMPER MOTOR

M

J4-2

J4-3

L

INE

J10-2

C2

K2

M

OTOR SPEED

3A

J9-3

J9-1

J8-5

J8-4

T1

9.5 VAC

24 VAC

J8-2

J8-1

~

+-

~

CPU

K2 K3 K4

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8.1 WHAT YOU NEED TO BALANCE THE UNIT

• A magnehelic gauge capable of measuring 0 to 1 inch of water (0 to 249 Pa) and
2 plastic tubes.

• The balancing chart of the unit, located on the unit door.

8.2 PRELIMINARY STAGES TO BALANCE THE UNIT

• Seal all the unit ductwork with tape. Close all windows and doors.

• Turn off all exhaust devices such as range hood, dryer and bathroom fans.

• Make sure the balancing dampers are fully open (their adjusment pin (A) must be set
vertical, see illustration beside).

• Make sure all filters are clean (if it is not the first time the unit is balanced).

8.3 BALANCING PROCEDURE

1. Set the unit to high speed.
NOTE: Make sure that the furnace/air handler blower is ON if the installation is in any way connected to the ductwork of the cold air

return. If not, leave furnace/air handler blower OFF. If the outside temperature is below 0°C/32°F, make sure the unit
is not running in defrost while balancing. (By waiting 10 minutes after plugging the unit in, you are assured that the unit is
not in a defrost cycle.)

2. Place the magnehelic gauge on a level surface and adjust it to zero.

3. Connect tubing from gauge to EXHAUST air flow pressure taps (see diagram on unit

door).
Be sure to connect the tubes to their appropriate

high/low

fittings. If the gauge drops

below zero, reverse the tubing connections.

4. Note the CFM value from balancing chart on unit.

5. Repeat steps 3 and 4, but to FRESH air flow pressure taps.

6. Match highest CFM value to lowest by adjusting the balancing damper corresponding

to the highest value. To do so, rotate the adjusment pin.

See example below:

In that case, there is 78 CFM in FRESH air and 61 CFM in EXHAUST air. Then, using the adjusment pin, adjust (close) the FRESH
air balancing damper until the FRESH air flow matchs the EXHAUST air flow: 60 CFM (0.2 in. w.g.

) with magnehelic gauge

connected to FRESH air flow pressure taps).

7. Secure both dampers in place with a fastening screw (included in the hardware kit).

8. Write the required air flow information on a label and stick it near the unit for future reference

(date, maximum speed air flows, your name, phone number and business address).

NOTES: 1. Use conversion chart provided with the unit to convert magnehelic gauge

readings to equivalent cfm values.

2. The unit is considered balanced even if there is a difference of ±10 cfm
(or ± 5 l/s or 17 m³/h) between the two air flows.

8. BALANCING THE UNIT

PRESSURE/PRESSION FRESH/FRAIS EXHAUST/VICIÉ

IN. W.G./PO D’EAU CFM/PCM CFM/PCM

0.16 47 42

0.18 54 48

0.2 60 55

0.22 66 61

0.24 72 68

0.26 78 74

0.28 84 81

0.3 90 88

EXHAUST

READING
VALUES

FRESH

READING
VALUES

A

S

CREW

Exhaust Air Flow

Fresh Air Flow

VP0009

VP0019

VJ0033

VJ0031

VJ0079

9. SERVICE PARTS

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ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION

KUBIX

HRV PLUS

(44102)

KUBIX

HRV PLUS

(44103)

KUBIX

ERV

(44112)

KUBIX

ERV

(44113)

VIGÖR

HRV PLUS

(44202)

VIGÖR

HRV PLUS

(44203)

VIGÖR

ERV

(44212)

VIGÖR

ERV

(44213)

1 18854 4” ROUND METAL PORT 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2

2

19206 ELECTRONIC BOARD (HRV) 1 1 1 1
19207 ELECTRONIC BOARD (ERV) 1 1 1 1

3 16042

CAPACITOR 5 μF

1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
4 17244 TRANSFORMER 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
5 19211 CAPACITOR 13 µF 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
6 19208 FILTER RETAINING WIRE (PAIR) 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
7 18883 CORE FILTERS (PAIR) 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1

8

19201 DOOR ASSEMBLY 1 1 1 1
19203 DOOR ASSEMBLY 1 1 1 1

9

19199 HEAT RECOVERY CORE 1 1 1 1
19200 ENERGY RECOVERY CORE 1 1 1 1

10 18867 BLOWER ASSEMBLY 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1

11

18868 VERTICAL PORTS DAMPER SYSTEM 1 1 1 1

18881 HORIZONTAL PORTS DAMPER SYSTEM 1 1 1 1
12 19212 4” PORT STRAP 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2
13 18855 4” DOUBLE COLLAR PORT WITH DAMPER 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2
14 19213 HARDWARE KIT (NOT SHOWN) 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
15 16416 PCB CONNECTOR (NOT SHOWN) 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1

REPLACEMENT PARTS AND REPAIR

In order to ensure your ventilation unit remains in good working condition,
you must use the manufacturer genuine replacement parts only. The
manufacturer 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 recommends to contact a certified service depot for
all replacement parts and repair.

VL0043

1

13

12

2

5

4

3

6

10

11

7

9

8

10. TROUBLESHOOTING

If the integrated control LED of the unit is flashing, this means the unit sensors detected a problem. See the table below to know where
the problem occurs on the unit.

Error type Action Unit status

LED flashes GREEN Thermistor error Replace thermistor Unit works but will defrost frequently

LED flashes AMBER Damper error Go to point 6 Unit does not work

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Problems Possible causes You should try this

1 The error code E1 is

displayed on Altitude or
Platinum wall control
screen.

• The wires may be in reverse position.

• The wires may be broken.

• The wires may have a bad
connection.

• Ensure that the color coded wires have been connected to
their appropriate places.

• Inspect every wire and replace any that are damaged.

• Ensure the wires are correctly connected.

2 There is no outside

temperature displayed on
Altitude or Platinum wall
control screen .

• The unit thermistor may
be defective.

• Replace the unit thermistor.
NOTE: At its very start-up or after a power failure, it takes

some minutes before the outside temperature
appears on screen. The delay duration depends on
which operation mode the wall control is set. The
shortest delay is obtained when the wall control is
set on MIN or MAX in VENT Mode.

3 Altitude or Platinum wall

control screen alternates
between normal display
and E3.

• The Altitude or Platinum wall control
may be defective.

• Disconnect unit for 1 minute and reconnect it. If problem still
occurs, replace the Altitude or Platinum wall control.

4 Altitude or Platinum wall

control screen alternates
between normal display
and E4.

• The Altitude or Platinum wall control
may be defective.

• Disconnect unit for 1 minute and reconnect it. If problem still
occurs, replace the Altitude or Platinum wall control.

5 Unit does not work. • The circuit board may be defective.

• The fuse may be defective.

• Unplug the unit. Disconnect the
main control and the optional(s)
control(s) (if need be). Jump
G and B terminals. Plug the
unit back and wait about 10 seconds. If the motors run on
high speed and the damper opens, the circuit board is not
defective.

• Check if fuse F1 (located on PCB) is blown. In that case,
replace fuse F1 as per product nameplate.

6 The damper actuator does

not work.

• The damper actuator or the damper
mechanism may be defective.

• The circuit board or the transformer
may be defective.

• Unplug the unit. Disconnect the main control and the
optional controls(s) (if need be). Wait 10 seconds and plug
the unit back. Check if the damper opens. If not, use a
multimeter and check for 24 V AC on J12-1 and J12-2 (in
electrical compartment). If there is 24 V AC, replace the
entire damper assembly.

NOTE: It is normal to experience a small delay

(7-8 seconds) before detecting the 24 V AC signal
at starting-up. This signal will stay during
17-18 seconds before disappearing.

• If there is no 24 V AC, check for 24V AC between J8-1 and
J8-2. If there is 24 V AC, replace the circuit board, and if
there is no 24 V AC, change the transformer.

7 The wall control does not

work.

• The wires may be in reverse
position.

• The wires may be broken.

• The wire in the wall OR the wall
control may be defective.

• Ensure that the color coded wires have been connected to
their appropriate places.

• Inspect every wire and replace any that are damaged.

• Remove the wall control and test it right beside the unit using
another shorter wire. If the wall control works there, change
the wire. If it does not, change the wall control.

NO C NC I OC OL Y R G B

VE0097

Problems Possible causes You should try this

8 The Dehumidistat (or

Humidity control) does not
work OR other optional
auxiliary control does not
work OR its indicator light
does not stay on.

• The wires may be in reverse postion.

• The Dehumidistat (or Humidity
control) or push button may be
defective.

• Ensure that the color coded wires have been connected to
their appropriate places.

• Jump the OL and OC
terminals. If the unit switch to
high speed, remove the
Dehumidistat or push button
and test it right beside the unit using another shorter wire. If
it works here, change the wire. If it doesn’t, change the
Dehumidistat or the push button.

9 The blower motor does not

work.

• The fuse may be defective.

• The motor or capacitor
may be defective.

NOTE: The unit must be unplugged

to perform this test.

• Check if fuse F1 (located on PCB) is blown. In that case,
replace fuse F1 as per product nameplate.

• Using a multimeter, check the ohms value on motor
connector. For BLUE and BLACK motor wires, the right
value is ± 68 ohms. For BLUE and BROWN motor wires, the
right value is ± 58 ohms. For BROWN and BLACK motor
wires, the right value is ± 126 ohms. If the ohms values are the
same, the motor is not defective. Replace the motor capacitor.

10 The defrost cycle does not

work (the fresh air duct is
frozen) OR the fresh air
distributed is very cold.

• Ice deposits may be hindering the
damper operation.

• The damper rod or the port damper it­self may be broken.

• The damper actuator or circuit board
may be defective.

• Remove the ice.

• Inspect these parts and replace if necessary.

• See point 6.

11 The integrated control push

button does not work.

• The 30-second boot sequence is not
completed.

• See Section 5.1

Booting Sequence.

9. TROUBLESHOOTING (CONT’D)

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NO C NC I OC OL Y R G B

VE0098

NOTES