Lifebreath 150MAX User Manual

INSTALLATION
MANUAL
Models 150SP, 150MAX,
200STD, 200MAX
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APPLICATION WARNING!!!
It is always important to assess how the operation
of any Heat Recovery Ventilator may interact with
vented combustion equipment (i.e., Gas Furnaces,
Oil Furnaces, Wood Stoves, etc.)
NEVER install a Heat Recovery Ventilator in a
situation where its normal operation (including
defrost function), lack of operation or partial failure
may result in the backdrafting or improper functioning
of vented combustion equipment!
Do Not Attempt Installing Unit
Without First Reading Entire Manual

Lifebreath 150MAX Specifications

General

Brand	Lifebreath
Model	150MAX
Category	Fan
Language	English

Summary

Application Warning

Introduction

Tools Required

Engineering Data

Core

Material and classification of the HRV core.

Motor

Details on the high-efficiency PSC motor.

Filters

Information on washable air filters.

Blowers

Specs on centrifugal blowers and CFM delivery.

Connection Duct Sizes

Specifies the diameter of connection ducts.

Unit Dimensions

Provides length, width, height, and weight.

Mounting HRV

Describes mounting inserts and straps.

Case

Details the construction of the unit's case.

Controls

Lists features like power switch, speed control, and defrost indicator.

Electric Defrost

Operation of Electric Defrost Models 150SP, 200STD

Details the automatic electric defrost cycle for 150SP and 200STD.

Damper Defrost

Operation of Damper Defrost Models 150MAX, 200MAX

Describes the electronic damper defrost cycle for 150MAX and 200MAX.

Location for Mounting

The Ductwork System

Outside Weatherhoods

Requirements for weatherhoods, including screens and placement.

Fresh Air Supply System

Stale Air Return System

Electrical Connections

Air Flow Balancing

Ducting from the Weatherhoods

Warm-Side Ducting - General

General guidelines for supply and return ducting.

Fresh Air Supply System

Installation Figure #6

Stale Air Return System

Electrical Connections

Air Flow Balancing

Other Installation Methods

Troubleshooting Your HRV