AirCycler FRV User manual

Build it Tight, Ventilate it Right...
Air
Air
Cycler
Cycler®FRV
For More Control Over Ventilation!
By periodically operating the central heating
and cooling system fan,the AirCycler® markedly
improves the temperature control,humidity and
filtration system in a house. It allows“averaging”
of air temperature throughout the house and
eliminates stagnant and uncomfortable air that
a thermostat can’t detect. AirCycler® is“smart”
because it knows when the central system fan
operates and activates the fan only after a selected
period of time during which the fan has not
operated.
Add a 24VAC motorized damper and effectively
regulate fresh air ventilation. Particularly effective
in extreme climates when extended heat or cooling
operation occurs frequently.
• Meet ASHREA 62.2 ventilation requirements
• Enhance whole house filteration systems
• Interlock HRV/ERV Systems for use with
Existing Ductwork
• Control Exhaust Fan(s) for Balanced
Ventilation
• Enhanced Temperature Control
• Enhanced Humidity Control
AirCycler FRV Wiring Diagram
Thermostat AirCycler Air Handler Unit
motorize
damper
The Leader in Energy Efficient Ventilation Control
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SPECIFICATIONS
Operating Voltage: 24 VAC (up to 30 VAC max.)
Current draw: 0.07 Amps
Fan ON and OFF delay settings:
Vent ON and OFF delay settings:
1 to 199 minutes in 1 minute increments,plus an
Unlimited setting for both ON and OFF.
Notes:
The AirCycler® ON/OFF function enables or disables
the fan recycling function, but all thermostat control
signals operate regardless of the switch position.
All outputs protected by a 3A self-resetting fuse,
impossible to damage with wiring errors.
Y(cool) • • Y
W (heat) • •
Wt •
W
G (fan) • • Gt
Gf • • G
R (24 VAC) • •
R•
R
•
C•
C (common)
• V (vent)
Increase Key
Mode Key
Decrease Key

ON...
VENT OFF
VENT ON
FAN OFF time
Vent Closed
Operating Mode
Once installed and powered, the AirCycler® will automatically
enter Operating Mode.
• The factory settings provide 20 minutes of FAN OFF time
followed by 10 minutes of FAN ON time. The LCD display
will indicate the current fan activity.
• If the thermostat calls for heating or cooling, the display
will read“ON”. The AirCycler® is now in standby mode.
• When there is no call for heating or cooling, the
AirCycler® will display“FAN OFF”and will count down the time
remaining until the AirCycler® activates the central fan.
• When the AirCycler® activates the central fan, the display
will read“FAN ON”The display will now count down the time
remaining until the fan is deactivated again.This cycle will
repeat until there is another call for heating or cooling from the
thermostat.
Motorized Damper control
• Factory settings provide 10 minutes of VENT ON time
followed by 20 minutes of VENT OFF time, with the LCD
display indicating the current damper activity.
• If the fan is on and the damper is open,the display
will indicate VENT ON and the time remaining until
the damper closes.
• If the fan is on and the damper is closed, the display will
indicate VENT OFF and the time remaining until the
damper opens.
• The display will alternate between FAN times and VENT times.
The damper will never be ON or open when the fan is not running.
Turning the AirCycler® off
Should you choose to turn the AirCycler® off during extended
vacation periods or when windows are open, press and hold the
Mode key for six seconds. All thermostat functions will continue to
operate normally.To turn the AirCycler® back on, press the Mode
key.
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Setup Mode
Setting the FAN ON time
• Press the Mode key once to enter setup mode. FAN ON will
flash on the display.
• To change the FAN ON time, use the Increase or Decrease
buttons.
• Set the number of minutes between 1 and 199,or select
“UN”for unlimited operation.This allows the fan to operate
continuously after the FAN OFF delay has expired following a
cooling or heating cycle.
Setting the FAN OFF time
• To set the delay after the last heating or cooling operation,
press the Mode key again.FAN OFF will flash on the display.
• As above,set the number of minutes between 1 and 199.
Setting VENT time
• Press the Mode key until VENT ON flashes.Set as before.
• Press Mode again, VENT OFF will flash, enter settings.
• This cycle repeats for the duration of time the central fan is
operating continuously
• Press the Mode key one last time to return to normal operation.
Note: In humid climates,the FAN OFF time should be at least 6 minutes.
This avoids moisture re-evaporation from the coil and condensation in
cold supply ducts.
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Testing the AirCycler®
Trained technicians use Test mode to verify or demonstrate the
control operation.The test mode will display fan activity in seconds
rather than minutes.To activate Test mode,follow these steps.
• Press the Mode key
• Press the Mode Key a second time press and hold for six sec-
onds.The display will indicate Test.
• Exit Test mode and return to Operating mode by turning the
AirCycler® off.
• Hold the Mode key for two seconds, then press Mode again to
turn the AirCycler on.
As a safeguard, the AirCycler® will automatically exit Test mode
after ten minutes.
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Why controlled ventilation is essential?
Many homeowners are reducing their home’s energy cost by tight-
ening their homes.If homes are not equipped for controlling and
removing indoor pollutants, indoor air quality problems may result.
Controlled ventilation helps maintain healthy indoor air quality for
the occupants and the home itself.
What is the energy cost to run the AirCycler®?
For a typical 1,500 ft. home, the energy cost for the AirCycler® is
between $ 1 to $ 5 monthly, depending on your climate and
electric costs.
For more information:
Energy Efficient Homes: www.energystar.gov
Indoor Air Quality: www.epa.gov
AirCycler® FRV User Guide
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