12/12 506239−01
*2P1212* *P506239-01*
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INDOOR AIR QUALITY
KITS AND ACCESSORIES
Litho U.S.A.
506239−01
12/12
Supersedes 05/12
HEALTHY CLIMATE
®
HRV & ERV VENTILATORS
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS & HOMEOWNERS GUIDE FOR HEALTHY CLIMATE
®
HEAT RECOVERY VENTILATOR (HRV) & ENERGY RECOVERY VENTILATOR (ERV)
*HRV3−095
(Y2142)
*HRV3−095−GDX**
(Y2967)
THESE INSTRUCTIONS
MUST REMAIN WITH THE HOME-
OWNER FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
*These models have earned the ENERGY STAR® mark by meeting strict energy
efficiency guidelines set by Natural Resources Canada and the US EPA. These
models meet ENERGY STAR requirements only when used in Canada
ERV3−150
(Y2138)
ERV3−200
(Y2139)
HRV3−150−TPD
(Y5447)
HRV3−150−TPF
(Y5448)
*HRV3−195
(Y2143)
*HRV3−300
(Y2144)
Dual-core
(door re-
moved)
*HRV4−150
(Y5443)
*HRV4−200
(Y5444)
*HRV4−150−GDX**
(Y5445)
*HRV4−200−GDX**
(Y5446)
All Units
Conform to
CSA & UL
Standards
**Available in
Canada only
WARNING
Risk of property damage, injury or death.
Installation, adjustments, alterations, service and
maintenance must be performed by a qualified
service technician.
Shipping and Packing List
Package 1 of 1 contains:
1 − Assembled ventilator
1 − Bag assembly containing:
2 − Drain spout assemblies (HRV units only)
1 − Drain tee (HRV units only)
4 − Hanging straps
1 − Installation manual
1 − Warranty card
1 − Wall−mounted remote control
General Information
These instructions are intended as a general guide and do
not supersede local codes in any way. Consult authorities
who have jurisdiction before installation.
Table of Contents
Shipping and Packing List 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Information 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Terms & Definitions 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Application 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Required Tools 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ventilator Specifications & Performance Chart 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ventilator Dimensions and Flow Diagrams 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Defrost Cycle (HRV) 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HRV3−095 Port Configuration & Airflow 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Requirements 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Controlling the Ventilators 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electronics 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Dehumidistat Operation 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ventilation Control 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Optional Timers 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation Methods 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing HRV/ERV Unit 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing Drain Connection and Grilles 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing Weatherhoods 20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing Main Control 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Activating Dry Contact Controls/Elect. Connections 23. . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing/Operating Fan Timers 23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Interlocking HRV/ERV to Furnace/Air Handler 24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electrical Connections (Wiring Diagrams) 24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Airflow Balancing using Pitot Tube 28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Airflow Balancing using the Door Ports 31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sequence of Operation 35. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Troubleshooting 38. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacement Part Summary 39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Homeowner Maintenance Information 41. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ventilator Application MapHRV/ERV Ventilators 42. . . . . . . . . . . . . .