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RenewAire RH Series - User Manual

RenewAire RH Series
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Model RH-D
Model RH-W
RH-D Series (Integral Thermostat)
RH-W Series (Wall Mount Thermostat)
RH SERIES ELECTRIC DUCT HEATERS
Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual

Table of Contents

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Summary

Safety and Important Information

Arc Flash and Electric Shock Hazard

Details risks associated with high voltage, arc flash, and required safety precautions.

Risk of Electric Shock or Equipment Damage

Cautionary notes on disconnecting power and preventing accidental reconnection.

Risk of Burns

Warning about high temperatures produced by the device and the need for PPE.

Important Installation Notes

Emphasizes following best practices, codes, and authorized personnel for installation.

Unit Records and Identification

Record Unit Information

Instructions for recording heater type, model, and serial number for factory assistance.

Typical Unit Label

Description and location of the typical unit label found on the appliance.

Product Specifications

Heater Type and Features

Overview of heater types, typical kW range, voltages, control voltage, and standard features.

Technical Specifications Table

Detailed table of duct sizes, kW, voltage, dimensions, and weight.

Minimum Airflow and Heater Capacity Chart

Chart showing required minimum airflow for different heater capacities (kW).

Technical Calculations

Minimum Airflow and Velocity Calculations

Formulas for calculating minimum airflow and air velocity based on heater capacity.

Line Current Calculation

Formula to calculate line current based on watts and line voltage.

kW and Temperature Rise Formulas

Formulas for determining kW required for temperature rise and calculating temperature rise.

Product Overview

Description and Applications

Details on RH-D/RH-W heaters, their open-coil design, and suitability for various applications.

Safety Features

Explanation of low airflow shut-off, auto-reset, and manual reset thermal cutouts.

RH-D Airflow Direction

Guidance on airflow direction for RH-D units and temperature sensor placement.

RH-W Airflow Direction

Information on airflow direction for RH-W units, which can be bidirectional.

RH-D and RH-W Model Configurations

Overview of available duct sizes, wattages, and control methods for RH-D and RH-W heaters.

Component Descriptions

RH-D Heater Components

Detailed description of RH-D components including airflow sensor and thermal cutouts.

RH-W Heater Components

Details of RH-W components, airflow sensor, thermal cutouts, and SSR.

CTH291 Thermostat Details

Explanation of the CTH291 thermostat's dual mode operation and features for RH-W heaters.

Dimensioned Drawings

6-inch Duct Collar Dimensions

Detailed drawings showing dimensions for RH-D/RH-W units with 6-inch duct collars.

8-inch Duct Collar Dimensions

Detailed drawings showing dimensions for RH-D/RH-W units with 8-inch duct collars.

10-inch Duct Collar Dimensions

Detailed drawings showing dimensions for RH-D/RH-W units with 10-inch duct collars.

12-inch Duct Collar Dimensions

Detailed drawings showing dimensions for RH-D/RH-W units with 12-inch duct collars.

Wiring Schematics

RH-D 120 VAC Wiring

Wiring diagram for RH-D heaters operating on 120 VAC.

RH-D 208;240 VAC (1-6 kW) Wiring

Wiring diagram for RH-D heaters at 208/240 VAC, 1-6 kW.

RH-D 240 VAC (8-11.5 kW) Wiring

Wiring diagram for RH-D heaters at 240 VAC, 8-11.5 kW.

RH-W 120 VAC Wiring

Wiring diagram for RH-W heaters operating on 120 VAC.

RH-W 208;240 VAC (1-6 kW) Wiring

Wiring diagram for RH-W heaters at 208/240 VAC, 1-6 kW.

RH-W 240 VAC (8-11.5 kW) Wiring

Wiring diagram for RH-W heaters at 240 VAC, 8-11.5 kW.

Unit Weights

Weights by Duct Size

Table detailing unit weights based on duct collar diameter and kW capacity.

Installation Guidelines

Minimum Airflow and Location

Requirements for minimum airflow and ideal installation location to prevent heat loss.

Orientation and Clearances

Guidelines for unit orientation and required clearances to combustible surfaces.

Ductwork Connections and Insulation

Recommendations for ductwork connections, materials, and insulation.

Verify RH-D Airflow Direction

Instructions for checking and repositioning the temperature sensor for correct airflow direction.

Electrical Connections

Connect Electric Service

Procedure for connecting the high voltage electric service to the unit.

Connect RH-W Thermostat

Instructions for connecting the external 0-10 VDC thermostat to the RH-W heater.

RH-W Thermostat Mounting

Steps for mounting the RH-W thermostat base plate and housing.

Thermostat Wiring and DIP Switches

Details on thermostat wiring terminals and setting DIP switches for desired operation.

Thermostat Operation Modes

Explanation of Comfort and Economy modes, including override and sensor inputs.

Low Voltage Wiring Entry (RH-W)

Procedure for bringing low voltage wiring into the unit through factory knockouts.

Controller Potentiometer Setting

Set RH-D Controller Potentiometer

Guidance on setting the potentiometer for desired output temperature on RH-D heaters.

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Annual Maintenance

Information on required annual maintenance checks for RH-D and RH-W heaters.

RH-D Troubleshooting: Sensor Testing

Steps to test the Airflow Sensor (AFS) and Duct Sensor (DS) on RH-D controllers.

RH-D Troubleshooting: Module Testing

Procedure for testing the D21-TSSR control module, including power and sensor inputs.

RH-D Troubleshooting: Heating Elements & Transformer

Tests for heating elements and transformer on RH-D units to diagnose issues.

RH-W Troubleshooting: Thermostat Testing

Steps for testing the CTH291 thermostat and reviewing dip switch settings for RH-W.

RH-W Troubleshooting: Airflow Sensor Testing

Procedure to test the Airflow Sensor (AFS) on RH-W models.

RH-W Troubleshooting: Module and SSR Testing

Tests for the D21-PSSR control module and Solid State Relays (SSR) on RH-W units.

RH-W Troubleshooting: Elements & Transformer

Tests for heating elements and transformer on RH-W units.

Sequence of Operation

RH-D Heater Operation

Description of how RH-D heaters maintain outlet air temperature via SSR control.

RH-W Heater Operation

Explanation of RH-W heater operation controlled by a 0-10 VDC signal from a thermostat.

Factory Assistance

Contacting Customer Service

Information on how to contact RenewAire customer service for assistance with RH Electric Duct Heaters.

Service Parts

RH-D 1-6 kW Service Parts

List of service parts for RH-D heaters with 1-6 kW capacity, categorized by layout.

RH-D 8-11.5 kW Service Parts

List of service parts for RH-D heaters with 8-11.5 kW capacity, including specific components.

RH-W 1-6 kW Service Parts

List of service parts for RH-W heaters with 1-6 kW capacity, categorized by layout.

RH-W 8-11.5 kW Service Parts

List of service parts for RH-W heaters with 8-11.5 kW capacity.

About RenewAire

Company Background and Sustainability

Information about RenewAire's history, IAQ enhancement, ERVs, and sustainable manufacturing practices.

RenewAire RH Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandRenewAire
ModelRH Series
CategoryHeater
LanguageEnglish