aldes H/E95 - Vent Hood Locations

Residential HRV/ERV
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screws to the duct collars, as they may interfere with the damper operations at each duct
collar. Reinstall collars, with duct attached, to their respective labeled ports on the HRV/ERV
by lining up locking tabs and twisting on in a clockwise direction.
Vent Hood Locations
(Manufacturer’s recommendation only. Also consult Local Building Code Requirement.)
Wall hoods (sold separately) should be located where accumulated debris can easily be
removed.
Note: Please refer to Installation Instructions packaged with wall hoods.
Fresh Air (Intake) Wall hoods:
• Should be located upstream (if there are prevailing winds) from the exhaust wall hood
• At least 6 feet (2 metres) from the exhaust wall hood
• At least 6 feet (2 metres) from dryer vents and furnace exhaust (medium or high-
eciency furnaces)
• At least 6 feet (2 metres) from driveways, oil ll pipes, gas meters or garbage
containers.
• At least 18 inches (457 mm) above the ground, or above the depth of expected
snow accumulation.
• At least 3 feet (1 metre) from the corner of the building.
• Do not locate in a garage, attic, or crawl space.
Exhaust Air Wall hoods:
• At least 6 feet (2 metres) from the fresh air intake wall hood.
• At least 18 inches (457 mm) above the ground, or above the depth of expected
snow accumulation.
• At least 3 feet (1 metre) from the corner of the building.
• Not near a gas meter, electric meter, or a walkway where fog or ice could create a
hazard
• Do not locate in a garage, workshop, or other unheated space.
INTAKE EXHAUST
6’ (2m)
recommended minimum
36” (1m)
recommended
minimum
36” (1m)
recommended
minimum
18” (460mm)
recommended minimum
18” (460mm)
recommended minimum
OUTSIDE CORNER
INSIDE CORNER