Lifebreath RNC series User Manual

THERMALLY CONDUCTIVE, PATENTED ALUMINUM CORE
The cross-flow heat recovery core transfers heat between the two airstreams. It is easily
removed for cleaning or service.
MOTORS AND BLOWERS
Each air stream has one centrifugal blower driven by a common PSC motor. 2 speed fan
operation.
FILTERS
Washable air filters in exhaust and supply air streams.
MOUNTING THE HRV
Four threaded inserts at corners of the cabinet designed to accept the “S” hooks and hanging
straps supplied with the unit.
DEFROST
Recirculating defrost system.
CASE
Twenty gauge prepainted galvanized steel (G60) for superior corrosion resistance. Insulated
to prevent exterior condensation. Drain connections 2 - 1/2" (12 mm) OD.
WEIGHT 52 lbs. (23.6 kg) SHIPPING WEIGHT 56 lbs (25.4 kg)
RNC SERIES ELECTRONICS
• Built-in Relay for Interfacing to furnace
• A standard ON/OFF switch can be added to provide Low/High Ventilation or ON/OFF
functionality in order to meet building standards.
• Optional controls can be installed at the time of the installation or at a later date to upgrade
the basic features of the ventilation system.
OPTIONAL CONTROLS
99-DX-01 Lifestyle R C Digital Control
• 2 Speed Operation on each mode • 4 user selectable operational modes: Continuous
Ventilation, 20 ON/40 OFF, 20 ON/40 Recirculation, Continuous Recirculation
• Adjustable Dehumidistat function built into the main wall control
• Connect to 3 wire 20 gauge low voltage wire.
99-BC-01 Lifestyle R C Ventilation Control -
• 2 Speed Fan setting (Low/High) • Dehumidistat
• Connect to 3 wire 20 gauge low voltage wire.
OPTIONAL TIMERS
99-DET01 Lifestyle 20/40/60 Minute Timer - Initiates high speed ventilation for
20, 40, or 60 minutes, (3 wire) 20 gauge wire (min.) 100' length
99-20M01 Lifestyle 20 Minute Timer - Initiates high speed ventilation for 20 minutes,
(3 wire) 20 gauge wire (min.) 100’ length.
99-101 Mechanical Timer - Initiates High speed ventilation for up to 60 minutes,
(2 wire) 20 gauge wire (min.) 100' length
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
99-DH-01 Lifestyle Dehumidistat - Initiates high speed ventilation when the indoor
humidity level is above the set point. (3 wire) 20 gauge wire (min.) 100' length
99-163 Duct Heater w/ Electronic SCR Thermostat, 1 Kw, 6” (150 mm)
99-185 Weatherhoods, Two - 5” (125 mm) c/w 1/4” (6 mm) mesh screen
WARRANTY
Units carry a LIFETIME warranty on the heat
recovery core and a 5 year replacement parts
warranty.
All units conform to CSA and UL standards.
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*Sensible Efficiency – thermal **Latent Efficiency – moisture
ote: Effectiveness - based on temp. differential between the 2 airstreams
Efficiency – takes into account all power inputs
Performance (
HVI certified)
N
et supply air flow in cfm (L/s) against external static pressure
E
.S.P
(external static pressure) [cfm (L/s)]
@
0.1" (25 Pa) 76 (36)
@
0.2" (50 Pa) 73 (34)
@ 0.3" (75 Pa) 70 (33)
@ 0.4" (100 Pa) 66 (31)
@ 0.5" (125 Pa) 60 (29)
Max. Temperature Recovery 88%
Sensible Effectiveness
@ 60 cfm (28 L/s) 32°F (0°C) 88%
*Sensible Efficiency
@ 60 cfm (28 L/s) 32°F (0°C) 75%
*Sensible Efficiency
@ 61 cfm (29 L/s) -13°F (-25°C) 68%
VAC @ 60HZ 120
WATTS / Low speed. 59
WATTS / High speed 150
Amp rating 0.9
Static Press ure (in w.g.)
Air Flow (cfm)
Speed 2
Speed 1
20
30
40
50
60
70
0 0.1 0.2 0.3 0.4 0.5 0.6
80
1 - Low Speed
2 - High Speed
Removable
Heat Recovery
Core
Drain Pan
Drain spout
FRONT TOP
knockout for
side mounting of
EXHAUST return port
6" round collar
converted to oval
minimum
18 inches (459 mm)
required for
service access
Threaded
inserts (4)
at corners
SUPPLY
Fresh air
from outside
5" round collar
SUPPLY
Fresh air
to building
6" round
(conv. to oval)
collar
EXHAUST
Stale Air
to outside
5" round collar
EXHAUST
Return air
from building
Choice of port location
Knockouts on top and
side of unit (use 1 only)
6" round (conv. to oval)
collar supplied
18.5"
(470 mm)
18.5"
(470 mm)
16"
(406 mm)
SIDE
Hanging
straps (4)
24.5"
(622 mm)
DIMENSIONS RNC95 inches (mm)
Model RNC95
8

Lifebreath RNC series Specifications

General

Series	RNC
Airflow Capacity	50-200 CFM (depending on model)
Voltage	120V
Material	Galvanized steel
Mounting Type	Wall or Ceiling
Warranty	5 years (limited)