Aprilaire 700M User manual

This product must be installed by a qualified heating and air conditioning contractor. Failure to do so could result in serious injury from electrical shock.
This product must be installed in compliance with all local, state and federal codes.
ATTENTION INSTALLER:
READ COMPLETE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND INSTALLATION TEMPLATE BEFORE STARTING
LARGE FAN POWERED HUMIDIFIER MODEL 700M AND 700A
RESEARCH PRODUCTS CORPORATION • P.O. BOX 1467 • MADISON, WI 53701-1467 • CALL 800/334-6011 • FAX [phone]
FURNACE
BLOWER MOTOR
24 VAC FURNACE ACCESSORY
TERMINALS OR TRANSFORMER
(10VA MINIMUM)
MODEL 50
CURRENT SENSING RELAY
(IF REQUIRED)
SHUT-OFF
(SADDLE VALVE)
WATER SUPPLY
IMPORTANT
USE 120 VAC POWER SOURCE OTHER THAN FURNACE MOTOR
CIRCUIT. HOWEVER, THE TRANSFORMER CAN BE POWERED OFF
THE HOT 120 VAC LINE BEFORE IT ENTERS THE FURNACE.
IMPORTANT
WHEN MODEL 50 CURRENT SENSING RELAY IS USED:
BROWN WIRES
120 VAC
OUTLET
• DO NOT WIRE TRANSFORMER INTO FURNACE BLOWER CIRCUIT.
• WIRE MODEL 50 CURRENT SENSING RELAY
INTO 24 VAC HUMIDIFIER CONTROL CIRCUIT
ONLY! DO NOT INSTALL IN TRANSFORMER
PRIMARY CIRCUIT.
COMMON
HI
LO
CONNECT DRAIN LINE HERE
BROWN WIRES
120 VAC OUTLET
SHUT-OFF
(SADDLE VALVE)
WATER SUPPLY
CONNECT DRAIN LINE HERE
COMMON
24 VAC FURNACE ACCESSORY TERMINAL
OUTDOOR TEMPERATURE
SENSOR OR MANUAL
MODE RESISTOR
CONTINUOUSLY POWERED
24 VAC TRANSFORMER
PROVIDED WITH HUMIDIFIER
IMPORTANT
DO NOT WIRE TRANSFORMER
INTO FURNACE BLOWER CIRCUIT.
NORTH, EAST
OR WEST SIDE
OF HOME
ABOVE EXPECTED
SNOW LINE
R C A B ODT CfW/G H
NOTE: IF 120V, INSTALL 24V TRANSFORMER.
24V ACTIVATED WITH HEAT CALL.
TERMINALS MAY BE LABELED: “HUM”, “ACC” OR “EAC”
CONSULT FURNACE MANUFACTURER FOR VOLTAGE AND
OPERATION PARAMETERS OF ACCESSORY TERMINALS.
NOTE: SEE CONTROL INSTRUCTIONS FOR OTHER WIRING OPTIONS.
INSTALLATION OPTIONS
Typical Installation Alternate Installation
COOLING COILS IN
WARM AIR PLENUM
Aprilaire to
be installed
as shown in
relation to
cooling coils.
RECOMMENDED WIRING DIAGRAMS
(SEE STEP 6 ON BACK AND “HUMIDIFIER CONTROL SAFETY AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS” FOR DETAILED WIRING INSTRUCTIONS)
90-1206
90-1208
90-922
90-921
RETURN RETURN
HOT WATER
SUPPLY SUPPLY
Orientation of Aprilaire Model 700M
and 700A to Cooling Coils
WARNING
1. ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD.
Disconnect electrical power to the
furnace before starting installation.
Failure to do so could result in serious
injury from electrical shock.
2. SHARP EDGES HAZARD. Sharp
edges may cause serious injury from cuts.
Use care when making plenum openings
and handling ductwork.
3. RISK OF SCALDING. Water
temperature over 125°F can cause severe
burns and scald instantly. Shut off the hot
water supply before disconnecting or
tapping into any hot water supply line.
SPECIFICATIONS
HUMIDIFIER DIMENSIONS
Width 1529⁄32”
Height (including solenoid valve
and drain spud) 18”
Depth 1011⁄32”
PLENUM OPENING
143⁄4”W x 145⁄16”H
WATER FEED RATE
6 gph
ELECTRICAL DATA
120 VAC-60 Hz, 0.8 AMP
CAUTION
1. Do not install humidifier where freezing temperatures
could occur. The water line could freeze and crack
causing water damage to the home.
2. Do not install humidifier on the furnace jacket.
3. Do not install humidifier on a plenum face where the
blanked off ends of the cooling coil will restrict air
movement through the humidifier.
4. Do not set humidity level above recommended or to
recommended level if condensation exists on inside
windows of any unheated space, as condensation
damage may result. Excess humidity can cause
moisture accumulation which can allow the possibility
for mold growth in the home.
5. Do not connect the Model 700M or 700A power cord to multi-
speed furnace blower motors or blower motors other than 120
VAC. Premature component failure may result. Use Research
Products Corporation Model 50 Current Sensing Relay.
6. When installing Aprilaire Humidifier Control on a downflow
furnace, ensure blower continues to run after a heat call is
satisfied to eliminate high temperatures from damaging the
Control.
7. Do not install humidifier where water pressure exceeds
125 psi, since damage to the humidifier may result. Follow
codes in effect concerning pressure reduction.
8. Do not install humidifier on the supply plenum where static
pressure exceeds 0.4 in. wg.
RISK OF PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT DAMAGE.
BLANKED OFF
END OF COIL
NOTES
1. Models 700M and 700A
are not suitable for
installation on ducts
with horizontal airflow.
Performance will be
reduced.
2. When installing Aprilaire
humidifier on a heat
pump system, use hot
water. The heated
water supplements the
reduced supply air
temperature as added
heat for evaporation.
Model 700M
MANUAL CONTROL
Model 700A
AUTOMATIC DIGITAL
HUMIDIFIER CONTROL

READ COMPLETE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND INSTALLATION TEMPLATE BEFORE STARTING
TEMPLATE MUST BE LEVEL
– TOP –
READ REVERSE SIDE FIRST! READ REVERSE SIDE FIRST!
Figure 1
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Figure 2 Figure 3 Figure 4
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1. Detach the cover assembly by
lifting the latch at the bottom.
Remove the Water Panel®
evaporator assembly by grasping
at top and tipping out. See Figure 1.
2. Position template on supply
plenum. Make sure template is
level. Allow clearance for drain line
and for servicing. See “Installation
Options” on opposite side for
position relative to cooling coil.
Trace template outline. Cut 14-3/4”
wide x 14-5/16” high opening. Avoid
injury from sharp edges.
3. Position base (2) in duct opening
top-first so hooks engage sheet metal
at top. See Figure 2. Insert bottom of
base and slide down to engage hooks
at bottom.
4. Rotate swing locks to secure base
to duct. See Figure 3. Fasten base to
duct using 4 sheet metal screws in
holes provided.
5. Insert Water Panel Evaporator
assembly into base. Make sure bottom of
scale control insert (5) is over drain
opening. Snap top of evaporator assembly
into base.
6. Control installation and wiring.
Disconnect electrical power to furnace
before wiring control. In order for
humidifier to operate, furnace must be on
and RH must be below set-point of control.
Wiring diagrams illustrate recommended
method of detecting furnace operation.
MANUAL HUMIDIFIER CONTROL,
MODEL 700M:
Manual Control can be mounted in
return duct or on wall in living space.
Knob and cover must be removed to
mount control. See wiring diagram for
24V control connections.
• For return duct mounting, position
template in convenient location on duct.
Avoid injury from sharp edges when
cutting opening. Make sure foam
gasket is in place and secure control to
duct using 2 screws in holes provided.
• For wall-mount, select location that
will not be affected by drafts or heat
sources. Remove and discard foam
gasket and secure control over wire
access opening using screws &
anchors provided.
AUTOMATIC DIGITAL HUMIDIFIER
CONTROL, MODEL 700A:
• Select location for control on return
duct. Position template on duct and
mark location of RH sensor opening.
Drill 3/4” hole for sensor. Knob and
cover must be removed to mount
control. Place control on duct with RH
sensor extending into duct opening.
Make sure gasket is in place around
sensor cage. Secure humidistat to duct
using 2 screws in openings provided.
• Control must be powered by a
continuous 24 V source. See wiring
diagrams on template and control
instructions for 24 V control
connections.
7. Humidifier will function with cold,
hot, softened or unsoftened water. Hot
water (140°F max) will provide maximum
evaporative capacity. Saddle valve
provided may be used to tap into water
supply. See installation instructions on
saddle valve package. Saddle valve is
designed to be fully opened or closed.
Do not use to regulate flow.
8. Run 1/4” copper tubing from saddle
valve to solenoid valve. DOUBLE-
WRENCH TO PREVENT LEAKING.
See Figure 4.
9. Run 1/2” I.D. hose from drain spud to
floor drain. Make sure drain has
constant downward slope and is not
kinked. Do not over-tighten hose clamp
onto drain spud. Do not use solvent
adhesive on drain spud.
10. Check humidifier operation. Open
saddle valve and turn control to highest
setting. Turn on furnace. Allow
humidifier to run until water flows from
drain. Make sure all electrical
connections are secure and all
plumbing connections are water-tight.
Set control to proper setting.
FURNISHED ITEMS
24 VAC Transformer
Manual Humidifier Control
(Model 700M only)
Automatic Digital Humidifier Control
(Model 700A only)
Humidifier Control
Installation Instructions
Saddle Valve
Humidifier Installation Template
Mounting screws
(sheet metal screws)
Water supply line (1⁄4” copper)
Drain line (1⁄2” I.D. hose)
Low voltage wire
Model 50 Current Sensing Relay
(if required)
ITEMS NOT FURNISHED
IMPORTANT! Be sure owner’s manual containing instructions for operation
and warranty information is given to owner in order to avoid unnecessary calls.
Warranty is void unless humidifier is installed by qualified heating and air conditioning
contractor due to possible misapplication of product.
PARTS LIST
1. Front Cover
2. Base
3. Orifice Plate
4. Motor Mount Bridge
5. Scale Control Insert
6. Water Panel Evaporator
7. Water Distribution Tray
8. Fan Blade
9. Motor
10. Motor Mount Gasket
11. Control Relay
12. Power Cord
13. Strain Relief Bushing
14. Solenoid Valve
15. Connector Plug
16. Feed Tube
17. Nozzle
18. Relay Connector Plug
NOTE: BEFORE LEAVING THE
JOB SITE, MAKE SURE:
1. Saddle valve is fully open.
2. All plumbing connections are
watertight.
3. Humidifier functions properly.