Broan HRV100H User manual

User Manual
VENTILATION SYSTEMS
VB0065
vänEE Canadian Model Numbers
1001 ERV
1001 HRV*
2001 ERV
2001 HRV*
Broan U.S.A. Model Numbers
HRV100H
HRV200H
ERV100HC
ERV200HC
* These products earned the ENERGY STAR® by meeting strict
energy efficiency guidelines set by Natural Resources Canada
and the US EPA. They meet ENERGY STAR requirements only
when used in Canada.
03118 rev. 08
Address of your installer
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The purpose of this manual is to help you with the use of your unit. Section 2 (How to
Operate the Unit Using Controls) shows you how you can operate the unit in no time.
Section 3 deals with maintenance and explains how to maintain the unit to ensure maximum
operation and performance. In the other sections, for example Troubleshooting, you will
learn how to solve minor problems (Section 4); plus other important information which we
urge you to read.
Several models are described in this publication. Some details of your unit may be slightly
different than the ones shown, as the illustrations are typical ones.
We welcome any suggestions you may have concerning this manual and/or the unit, and we
would appreciate hearing your comments on ways to better serve you. Please forward all
correspondence to us at the address indicated on the warranty text included with this manual.
This manual uses the following symbols to emphasize particular information:
NOTE: Indicates supplementary information needed to fully complete an instruction.
Finally, we want to congratulate you on your purchase of this excellent unit which will allow
you and your family to enjoy fresh air throughout your home for years to come!
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ABOUT THIS MANUAL/PRODUCT
CAUTION
Some activities create dust or vapors which may damage your unit. You
must therefore turn off and unplug your unit in the following situations:
• major renovation work
• housing construction
• sanding (e.g. gypsum joints, etc.)
• varnishing
During very heavy snowstorms, the unit should also be turned off to avoid
problems caused by snow entering the unit, even if the installation is
equipped with an anti-gust intake hood.
WARNING
Identifies an instruction which, if not followed, might cause serious
personal injuries including possibility of death.
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CAUTION
Denotes an instruction which, if not followed, may severely damage the
unit and/or its components.
REPLACEMENT PARTS AND REPAIRS
In order to ensure your ventilation unit remains in good working condition, you must use
the manufacturer genuine replacement parts only.The manufacturer genuine replacement
parts are specially designed for each unit and are manufactured to comply with all the
applicable certification standards and maintain a high standard of safety. Any third party
replacement part used may cause serious damage and drastically reduce the perform-
ance level of your unit, which will result in premature failing. Also, the manufacturer
recommends to contact a certified service depot for all replacement parts and repairs.

1.YOUR UNIT AND ITS PURPOSE .......................................................4-6
1.1 Unit Description........................................................................................4
1.2 Purpose of the Ventilation System...........................................................4
1.3 Recovery..................................................................................................5
1.4 Defrosting.................................................................................................6
1.5 Specifications...........................................................................................6
2.HOW TO OPERATE THE UNIT USING CONTROLS...............................7-18
2.1 Instructions Regarding your Control Devices .......................................7-8
2.2 Using the Platinum Main Control........................................................9-11
2.3 Using the Deco-Touch Main Control.................................................12-14
2.4 Using the VT1W Main Control ...............................................................15
2.5 Using the VT2W Main Control ..........................................................16-17
2.6 Using the Dehumidistat Main Control ....................................................17
2.7 Using the 3-Position Switch ...................................................................17
2.8 Using the Optional Controls...................................................................18
3.MAINTENANCE.........................................................................19-21
3.1 Every Three Months .........................................................................19-20
3.2 Annual Maintenance (Fall)................................................................20-21
4.TROUBLESHOOTING .......................................................................22
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1.1 UNIT DESCRIPTION
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1. YOUR UNIT AND ITS PURPOSE
Your ventilation system is designed to provide fresh air, warmed outdoor air to your home
while exhausting stale, humid air from your home. By eliminating accumulated pollutants
and humidity, it maintains an optimum air quality and an ideal relative humidity.
1.2 PURPOSE OF THE VENTILATION SYSTEM
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NOTES: 1. Shown with a forced air system. Can also operate on its own.
2. Installation may vary.
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4
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VL0017
1. Power supply cord
2. Filters
3. Recovery core
4. Condensation tray
5. Blower assembly

• Units equipped with a heat and humidity recovery core (enthalpic core) can reduce
ventilation costs in winter as well as in summer.
1. During the heating season, the unit draws the humidity and heat from the stale air and
transfers them, in part, to the cold air entering the house, thus avoiding dryness
problems and providing maximum comfort.
Example (in winter):
1.3 RECOVERY
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• Units equipped with a heat recovery core (polypropylene core) are specifically
designed to control excess humidity and reduce ventilation costs by recovering the
heat energy from the exhausted air, and using that same heat energy to warm the fresh
air being supplied. This heat recovery process is accomplished in such a way that the
stale air is never mixed with the fresh air.
Example (in winter):
OUTSIDEINSIDE
STALE AIR TO OUTSIDE
4°C/40°F
FRESH AIR TO BUILDING
18°C/64°F
FRESH AIR FROM OUTSIDE
0°C/32°F
STALE AIR FROM BUILDING
22°C/72°F
VF0011
2. During the cooling season, the unit reverses the process, preventing the humidity from
the outside air from entering into the house.
Example (in summer with air conditioning):
OUTSIDEINSIDE
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STALE AIR TO OUTSIDE
4°C/40°F
FRESH AIR TO
BUILDING 18°C/64°F
FRESH AIR FROM OUTSIDE
0°C/32°F
STALE AIR FROM BUILDING
22°C/72°F
OUTSIDEINSIDE
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STALE AIR TO
OUTSIDE 30°C/86°F
FRESH AIR TO
BUILDING 27°C/80°F
FRESH AIR FROM OUTSIDE
32°C/90°F
STALE AIR FROM BUILDING
25°C/77°F

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When the outside temperature is below 0°C (32°F), recovery (of heat or energy) creates
frost in the core. To maintain its proper operation, the unit is programmed to defrost the
recovery core. The defrost frequency varies according to the outside temperature.
Defrosting lasts 6 minutes. During the defrost cycle, the unit shifts to maximum speed and
the dampers close.
After defrosting, the unit returns to the operating mode selected by the user.
1.4 DEFROSTING
1.5 SPECIFICATIONS
Model 1001 ERV, 1001 HRV, HRV100H, ERV100HC
Width 30¼” (768 mm)
Height 20” (508 mm)
Depth 13¾” (349 mm)
Weight 65 lb (30 kg)
Electrical Supply 120 V, 60 Hz
Power Consumption 150 watts
Model 2001 ERV, 2001 HRV, HRV200H, ERV200HC
Width 30¼” (768 mm)
Height 20” (508 mm)
Depth 19” (483 mm)
Weight 73 lb (33 kg)
Electrical Supply 120 V, 60 Hz
Power Consumption 225 watts

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2.1 INSTRUCTIONS REGARDING YOUR CONTROL DEVICES
Refer below and on the following page to identify which controls are installed in your house.
Then, go to the pages indicated to learn how to CONTROL your unit.
MAIN CONTROLS
VT1W . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 15
Platinum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Pages 9-11
Deco-Touch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Pages 12-14
VT2W . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Pages 16-17
2. HOW TO OPERATE THE UNIT USING CONTROLS
VC0104
SMART
SET
MODE
PREF
CONDENSATION CONTROL
AIR SUPPLY CONTROL
MIN.
MAX.
OFF
AIR
EXCHANGE
-20°C
-4°F
-5°C
23°F
5°C
41°F
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-20°C
-4°F
-5°C
23°F
5°C
41°F
CONDENSATION CONTROL
AIR SUPPLY CONTROL
CONDENSATION CONTROL
MAXIMUM SPEED
AIR EXCHANGE IN PROGRESS
MIN. MAX.
CONTINUOUS INTERMITTENT
20 MIN.
ON
40 MIN.
OFF
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2.1 INSTRUCTIONS REGARDING YOUR CONTROL DEVICES (CONT’D)
OPTIONAL CONTROLS
20-minute push-button timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 18
ON
VC0030
20/40/60-minute push-button timer . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 18
60-minute crank timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 18
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VC0046
20 min.
40 min.
60 min.
OFF
10
Turn
Past
VC0017
20
30
40
50
60
MINUTES
HOLD
MAIN CONTROLS (CONT’D)
3-Position Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 17
VENTILATION
REMOTE
ARRÊT
LOWSPEED
BASSEVITESSE
HIGH SPEED
HAUTEVITESSE
VC0072
Dehumidistat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 17
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70%
60%
50%
40%
30%
25%
20%
HUMIDITY
CONTROL
DURING FALL, WINTER
AND SPRING, SET THE
DIAL ACCORDING TO
THE DESIRED MAXIMUM
INDOOR HUMIDITY LEVEL.
DURING SUMMER SET
THE DIAL TOTHE
OFF POSITION.
VC0071

2.2 USING THE PLATINUM MAIN CONTROL
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SMART Mode. Entirely automatic mode
optimizing the ventilation.
Temperature Indicators.
Program Mode. Allows to program the
desired ventilation according to the period
of the day.
Recirculation Mode. Manual mode
performing air recirculation inside the
house.
Ventilation Mode. Manual mode performing
air exchange with the outside.
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Animated Arrows showing ventilation
status (recirculation or air exchange).
Periods of the day (morning, day,
evening and night).
Week days.
Week-end days.
Hour display.
AM or PM display.
Appears only when setting
backlight preferences.
Ventilation / Recirculation speeds and
programming options.
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ON-SCREEN INDICATORS
CASING INDICATORS AND KEYS
SMART
SET
MODE
PREF
VC0100
C B A
G
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D
ASMART key: Enables and disables the
SMART mode.
BSet key: • Press 3 seconds to access setting
periods for Program mode.
• Confirms the chosen option and
goes to following setting.
CArrow keys: • Adjust ventilation and
recirculation speeds.
• Allows to review the
program’s period.
• Adjust Preference and
Program values.
DMode / Pref key: • Mode: Selects whether
Ventilation, Recirculation
or Program mode.
• Pref: Push 3 seconds to
access Preference settings.
EReset filter keys: Press on Band Dkeys
simultaneously for 5 seconds
to turn off (reset) the filter
maintenance indicator.
FPower indicator: Illuminates when the
control is operating.
GFilter maintenance Perform filters
indicator: maintenance.
(Refer to Section 3
Maintenance).
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2.2 USING THE PLATINUM MAIN CONTROL (CONT’D)
SETTING PREFERENCES
Press on MODE / PREF key (D) for 3 seconds.
NOTE: You can exit Preferences setting by pressing on MODE / PREF key (D) for
3 seconds any time in the process, or wait 60 seconds. The modified values will be
kept in memory.
WHAT WILL YOU SEE
If the control will be set for the very first time, the current day will be the first setting to be
made; MON (for Monday) will flash on screen.
If the control was previously set up, when setting preferences, the control returns to the last
preference chosen on previous setting. While setting Preferences, the corresponding setting
value flashes (e.g.: while setting current hour, hour is flashing).
HOW TO PROCEED
For every settings in table below:
• Use to select value.
• Press SET key (B) to confirm the selected preference and go to next setting.
SETTING AVAILABLE VALUE DEFAULT OPTIONS
CURRENT DAY MON/TUE/WED/THU/FRI/SAT/SUN MON
HOUR DISPLAY 12:00 AM OR 24:00 12:00 AM
CURRENT HOUR FROM 0 TO 12 OR 24 12
CURRENT MINUTE FROM 00 TO 59 00
TEMPERATURE UNIT °C OR °F °C
INSIDE TEMPERATURE ON OR OFF ON
DISPLAY
MINIMUM OUTSIDE -40°C TO 0°C -25°C
TEMPERATURE OR OR
FOR AIR EXCHANGE* -40°F TO 32°F -13°F
MAXIMUM OUTSIDE 1°C TO 40°C 27°C
TEMPERATURE OR OR
FOR AIR EXCHANGE* 33°F TO 104°F 81°F
*INPROG OR SMART MODE, THESE LIMIT VALUES ALLOW TO STOP AIR EXCHANGE
WITH THE OUTSIDE.
BACKLIGHT COLOR BLUE OR GREEN BLUE
BACKLIGHT DISPLAY AUTO OR ON AUTO
AUTO: BACKLIGHT ACTIVATED 10 SECONDS WHEN ANY KEY IS PRESSED.
ON: BACKLIGHT ALWAYS ON.
OFF MODE FOR VENTILATION/RECIRCULATION VENT/RECIRC.
INTERMITTENT MODE OR VENTILATION/OFF
AFTER A VENTILATION PERIOD, DETERMINES THE SECOND PART OF THE CYCLE
(RECIRCULATION OR OFF).
PM PM
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The Platinum main control is pre-programmed and ready to go. All you have to do is to set
day and time. Then check the settings below and change if needed.

2.2 USING THE PLATINUM MAIN CONTROL (CONT’D)
SETTING PERIODS FOR PROGRAM MODE
DAILY PERIODS DEFAULT SETTINGS
PERIOD STARTING HOUR MODE
PERIOD 1 (MORNING) 6:00 AM MIN
PERIOD 2 (DAY) 9:00 AM 20 MIN/H
PERIOD 3 (EVENING) 5:00 PM MIN
PERIOD 4 (NIGHT) 11:00 PM 20 MIN/H
The Program Mode allows the user to customize the operation of his/her ventilation unit, for
week and weekend days. All days are divided in 4 periods. The periods starting hour and
ventilation speed are factory set (see below).
To change these values:
Press on SET key (B) for 3 seconds, PROG (for program) will appear on screen, and week
days will flash.
NOTE: You can exit Periods setting by pressing on SET key (B) for 3 seconds any time in
the process, or wait 60 seconds.
• Use to select between setting week days or weekend days.
• Press SET key (B) to confirm the choice, and go to setting daily Period 1.
(Period 1 will appear on screen, and hour display will flash.)
• Use to select the period starting hour.
NOTE: Time changes by 15 minutes increments.
• Press SET key (B) to confirm and go to select the ventilation speed or type (will flash
on screen).
• Use to select the ventilation speed or type.
• Press SET key (B) to confirm and go to daily Period 2.
(Period 2 will appear on screen, and hour display will flash.)
Proceed as for Period 1 for all daily periods. Once the ventilation speed or type for daily
Period 4 has been selected:
• Press SET key (B) to confirm.
NOTE : If the week days were the first to be set, the weekend days will appear on screen;
but if the weekend days were the first to be set, then the week days will appear on
screen.
(Period 1 will appear on screen, and hour display will flash.)
• Set periods as described above.
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Pressing on MODE / PREF key (D) successively allows to go from Ventilation mode to
Recirculation mode and then to Program mode (VENT , RECIRC and PROG on
control screen).
• In Ventilation Mode, use to change the ventilation speed (displayed in
in all options except RECIRC).
• In Recirculation mode, use to change the recirculation speed (displayed
in , OFF, MIN, MAX).
• In Program mode, use to review the period settings without changing
them (the period icons are displayed in ).
Pressing once on Aallows to turn the ventilation unit in Smart mode. On this mode, the
ventilation unit operation will be driven by the outdoor temperature and by the indoor
conditions. Press once more to exit Smart mode.

2.3 USING THE DECO-TOUCH MAIN CONTROL
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OR
OPERATING MODES
OFF
Put the unit on stand-by mode, so it will only respond to auxiliairy
controls (if present). On LCD screen, only the House is visible showing
the control is powered on. This is the factory default mode.
RECIRC
Air is recirculated inside the house at high speed.
To change the operation mode of the ventilation unit, press the UP or
DOWN arrow button. Operating mode label will then scroll up or down
on LCD screen.
20 MIN/H
The ventilation unit exchanges air intermittently on a one hour cycle as
follows: OFF for 40 min. (or recirculation on high speed for 40 min., see
next page) and then exchange air during 20 min. on low speed. Repeat
cycle after the 20 min. of air exchange.
MIN
Air is exchanged with the outside on low speed.
MAX
Air is exchanged with the outside on high speed.
BACKLIGHT
If the backlight is not illuminated, the first button pressed (no
matter which button) shall turn on the backlight. The backlight
remains illuminated for 10 seconds after the last button
pressed.

2.2 USING THE PLATINUM MAIN CONTROL (CONT’D)
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HOW TO SET THE RELATIVE HUMIDITY (RH) LEVEL AND CHOOSE BETWEEN
OFF IN STANDBY OR RECIRCULATION IN STAND-BY
Setting the relative humidity level allows to select the maximum desired indoor humidity
level (in percentage). This value will be used to start the dehumidistat override (air
exchange in high speed).
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Press and hold OK for 3 sec. to access the settings
menu. The backlight will be activated during all the
procedure.
The Relative humidity arrow and value will flash (default
setting: 45%).
Use UP or DOWN arrow to change the value.
The value changes by 1% increments. Lower
value: 30%. Upper value: 55%. Still flashing.
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Press OK button to accept the new value and go to next
settting.
Two lines are flashing to show that OFF¹ is in stand by
(default configuration setting).
OR
Recirculation arrows are turning and rE flashes to show
that RECIRCULATION² is in standby.
Press OK button to accept and quit
setting menu.
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OR
Use UP or DOWN
arrow to change to
RECIRCULATION
in standby.
OR
Press OK button to accept and quit setting menu.
1OFF IN STAND BY:On 20 MIN/Hmode, the ventilation unit is OFF during 40 minutes
and exchange air with the outside on low speed during the
remaining 20 minutes of the hour. This is the default value.
2RECIRCULATION IN STAND BY: On 20 MIN/Hmode, the ventilation unit recirculates
the inside air for 40 minutes on high speed and
exchange air with the outside on low speed during
the remaining 20 minutes of the hour.
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2.2 USING THE PLATINUM MAIN CONTROL (CONT’D)
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DEHUMIDISTAT OVERRIDE SELECTION
In the operating modes MIN, MAX, 20 MIN/Hand RECIRC, the user can select a
dehumidistat override so that if the relative humidity (RH) in the house exceeds the RH
setting previously stored, the ventilation unit will exchange in high speed until the
target indoor RH setting is reached.
An air exchanger is not a dehumidifier, but it can change the indoor relative humidity
by bringing in drier or more humid air from outside during non heating season. The
dehumidistat override function is useful to reduce indoor RH when the outdoor air is
cool and dry during the heating season. Select a target RH between 30% and 55%
according to your comfort. When outdoor relative humidity is high (e.g. in summer),
turn off the override by pressing OK until the RH display disappears.
When the dehumidistat override is activated, the AUTO indicator will
appear on LCD screen to show that the actual mode is being overridden.
Also, the relative humidity appears (if it was not shown, see example
beside). Once the target humidity level is reached, the unit goes back
into its original operating mode and AUTO disappears from LCD screen.
NOTE: If the actual mode is MAX, only the relative humidity level appears on
screen; AUTO label will not appear.
To engage the dehumidistat override, press OK. The actual indoor RH and the %HUM
label appear on LCD screen.
NOTE: If the actual RH is less than 20%, then the humidity indicator will display
“LO”, and if the actual RH is greater than 80%, then the humidity ndicator
will display “HI”.
To turn off the dehumidistat override, press OK again. The RH and %HUM display will
disappear from LCD screen.
POWER FAILURE
After a power failure, the wall control returns to its original operation mode. All settings
are kept in memory.
RESETTING MAINTENANCE INDICATOR: Press simultaneously on both arrow
buttons, Maintenance indicator will disappear from LCD screen.
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MAINTENANCE INDICATOR
The maintenance indicator is represented by an M in
a rounded triangle, at the top of the house (see
beside). If this indicator is flashing, perform the
semi-annual maintenance, and if it is not flashing,
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Location: Located in the busiest area of the house.
Purpose: To adjust air supply and reduce condensation on windows.
ADJUSTING THE AIR SUPPLY CONTROL
a) Select speed “MIN.” or “MAX.” using switch A
(as shown on diagram).
• When “MIN.” (minimum speed) is selected,
if the knob Bis set above the click, the unit
will exchange in low speed with the
outside and if it is set below the click, the
unit will exchange on high speed with the
outside until the desired humidity level has
been reached.
• When “MAX.” (maximum speed) is selected,
the unit will exchange on high speed with
the outside either if he knob Bis set below
of above the click.
b) To turn the unit off, slide selector Aat the
“OFF” position.
Optional controls, however, may still be
active.
ADJUSTING THE CONDENSATION CONTROL
Setting during the summer months:
Normally there is no condensation on your windows during this period which therefore
eliminates the need of the condensation control for a few months. Set knob Bat the
“SUMMER’’ position during this period.
Setting during the fall, winter and spring months:
1) Determine the humidity level in your house (bring the knob Bcounterclockwise to
-20°C, then bring it back clockwise slowly until you hear a “click”).
2) Set knob Ba notch under this temperature level or “click”.
NOTES: 1.Do not select a temperature below -20°C. This could lead to excessive dryness
in the air causing discomfort for the occupants.
2.When the humidity level is high, the unit automatically operates at maximum
speed. If you change the setting of your “AIR SUPPLY” knob (B) at that time, it
will remain at maximum speed until the humidity level is reduced, and then
switch to the desired setting.
It is possible (and normal) to experience condensation on your windows when drastic
changes in temperature happen (for example: -5°C [23°F] to -20°C [-4°F] within few
hours). In that case, we suggest waiting a few days to allow the situation to stabilize.
2.4 USING THE VT1W MAIN CONTROL
CONDENSATION CONTROL
AIR SUPPLY CONTROL
MIN.
MAX.
OFF
AIR
EXCHANGE
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2.5 USING THE VT2W MAIN CONTROL
Location: Located in the busiest area of the house.
Purpose: To adjust air supply and reduce condensation on windows.
ADJUSTING AIR SUPPLY CONTROL
a) Press “PUSH” (A) until the “MIN.”, “MAX.” or “INTERMITTENT” light indicator appears.
• When “MIN.” (minimum speed) is
selected, if the knob Bis set above
the click, the unit will exchange in
low speed with the outside and if it is
set below the click, the unit will
exchange on high speed with the
outside until the desired humidity
level has been reached.
• When “MAX”. (maximum speed) is
selected, the unit will exchange on
high speed with the outside either if
the knob Bis set below of above the
click.
• Select “INTERMITTENT” (20 minutes
minimum speed exchange every
hour) when you are away from the
house for a few days or when you
deem the inside air too dry.
b) To turn the unit off , press “PUSH” (A) until the “MIN.”, “MAX.” and “INTERMITTENT”
light indicators are all turned off.
NOTE: Optional controls will still be active. (Indicator (C) will be the only one to light up if
an optional control is active).
ADJUSTING CONDENSATION CONTROL
Setting during the summer months:
Normally there is no condensation on your windows during this period which therefore
eliminates the need of the condensation control for a few months. Set knob Bat the
“SUMMER’’ position during this period.
Setting during the fall, winter and spring months:
Ideally, maintain humidity level within the “Comfort Zone” (between 5°C and -20°C), which
is the dark area around knob B.
To reduce humidity level, turn knob B clockwise a notch below the click. The unit will then
switch to high speed, lighting up the humidity light (Dindicator). When this light goes "OFF"
(after a few hours or a few days), repeat the same procedure if excess humidity persists.
NOTE: If the air is too dry, set your knob B back to the “Comfort Zone” and use INTERMITTENT
or turn off the unit.
When the humidity light (Dindicator) goes "ON", you can still change the mode of operation
but your change will take place only when the light goes OFF.
-20°C
-4°F
-5°C
23°F
5°C
41°F
CONDENSATION CONTROL
AIR SUPPLY CONTROL
CONDENSATION CONTROL
MAXIMUM SPEED
AIR EXCHANGE IN PROGRESS
MIN. MAX.
CONTINUOUS INTERMITTENT
20 MIN.
ON
40 MIN.
OFF
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2.5 USING THE VT2W MAIN CONTROL (CONT’D)
UNDERSTANDING THE LIGHT INDICATORS
AIR SUPPLY CONTROL
CONDENSATION CONTROL
MAXIMUM SPEED
AIR EXCHANGE IN PROGRESS
MIN. MAX.
CONTINUOUS INTERMITTENT
20 MIN.
ON
40 MIN.
OFF
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LIGHTS UP when the intermittent
mode has been selected.
FLASHES when maintenance is
required (see Section 3).
LIGHTS UP
when the
system is
operating
(exhausting
stale air from
the house
and drawing
in fresh air).
LIGHTS UP when the
control has detected
excess humidity. This
forces the motor to
operate at high speed.
The light indicator
turns off when the
humidity drops to the
level associated with
the temperature
selected on knob B.
2.6 USING THE DEHUMIDISTAT MAIN CONTROL
Location: Located in the busiest area of the
house.
Purpose: To reduce condensation on windows.
During fall, winter and spring:
Adjust knob Ato the desired maximum humidity
level.
NOTE: Do not select a level below 30%. This
could lead to excessive dryness in the
air causing discomfort for the occupants.
During summer:
Adjust knob Ato the “OFF’’ position or to the
highest humidity setting if there is no “OFF’’
position on your control.
Location: Located on the side of the unit, only on models HRV100H and HRV200H.
Purpose: To adjust air supply.
How to operate the unit on a daily basis:
Select “LOW’’ or “HIGH’’ speed:
• Select “LOW SPEED’’ for normal daily operation.
• Select “HIGH SPEED’’ for excess pollutants and
humidity (parties, odors, smoke, etc.)
How to turn the unit off: Select the “REMOTE’’ position.
NOTE: If the HRV100H or the HRV200H is connected to VT1W main control,
the 3-position switch must be in “REMOTE’’ position.
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DURING FALL, WINTER
AND SPRING, SET THE
DIAL ACCORDING TO
THE DESIRED MAXIMUM
INDOOR HUMIDITY LEVEL.
DURING SUMMER SET
THE DIAL TO THE
OFF POSITION.
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Appearance may vary.
VENTILATION
REMOTE
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LOWSPEED
BASSEVITESSE
HIGH SPEED
HAUTEVITESSE
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WARNING
Optional controls or the Dehumidistat can still activate the unit, even when
it is in the “REMOTE’’ position. Unplug the unit to be absolutely sure it is off.
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Location: Located in the bathroom or in other locations where there is temporary
excess humidity or pollutants.
Purpose: To eliminate excess humidity produced by showers or other periodic
activities producing pollutants.
20-MINUTE PUSH-BUTTON TIMER:
(AVAILABLE ONLY FOR HRV100H AND HRV200H MODELS)
Activate the push-button.
Results expected:
1. Motor speed: High for 20 minutes.
2. Indicator light goes “ON”.
3. Air exchange indicator light goes “ON” (VT2W wall control
only).
20/40/60-MINUTE PUSH-BUTTON TIMER:
(NOT AVAILABLE FOR HRV100H AND HRV200H MODELS)
Activate the push-button.Within 2 seconds, push once for 20 minutes,
twice for 40 minutes or three times for a 60-minute activation.
Results expected:
1. Motor speed: High for 20, 40 or 60 minutes.
2. Indicator light goes “ON” and flashes every 5 seconds (one
time to indicate a 20-minute operation, two times for a
40-minute, and three times for a 60-minute operation).
3. Air exchange indicator light goes “ON”
(VT2W wall control only).
NOTE: To stop activation, push one more time.
60-MINUTE CRANK TIMER:
Activate the timer.
Results expected:
1. Motor speed: High for either 20, 40 or 60 minutes.
2. Air exchange indicator light goes “ON”
(VT2W wall control only).
High speed activation time Position of dial
20 minutes 1 to 19
40 minutes 20 to 39
60 minutes 40 to 60
2.8 USING THE OPTIONAL CONTROLS
OFF
10
Turn
Past
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30
40
50
60
MINUTES
HOLD
ON
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1. Disconnect the power supply.
2. Unlatch the door. Lift the pannel towards
you. Hold it firmly and hit on the right side
of the pannel. The door should slide to the
left.
3. Clean the inside of the door with a damp
cloth.
4. Clean filters
• Remove filters.
• Vacuum to remove most of the dust.
• Wash with a mixture of warm water and
mild soap. You may add bleach if you
wish to disinfect (one tablespoon per
gallon). Rinse thoroughly. Shake filters
to remove excess water and let dry.
NOTE: Washing the filters in the top tray of
the dishwasher is possible, but the
aluminum frame might tarnish.
3.1 EVERY THREE MONTHS
Regular maintenance should be performed every 3 months. Annual maintenance should
also take place every fall season.
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WARNING
Dangerous voltage may be present. During maintenance and repairs, the
unit must always be turned off, then unplugged. We take great care to
minimize sharp edges; however, please proceed with caution when handling
all components. When cleaning the unit, it is recommended to wear safety
glasses and gloves.
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3.1 EVERY THREE MONTHS (CONT’D)
5. Clean the condensation tray with a damp
cloth.
6. Check the exterior air intake hood:
• Make sure there are no leaves, twigs, ice or snow that could be drawn into the vent.
• Clean if necessary.
7. Reassemble the components:
• Filters
• Door (The door is secured when you hear a click.)
8. Reconnect the power supply.
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CAUTION
Even a partial blocking of this air vent could cause the unit to malfunction.
3.2 ANNUAL MAINTENANCE (FALL)
Repeat steps 1 to 6 from the previous Section and continue with the following steps:
1. Clean the recovery core
A- Polypropylene core (heat recovery unit)
• Remove the recovery core.
• Let it soak in a mixture of cold or lukewarm
water and mild soap (dishwashing liquid).
• Rinse thoroughly.
• Shake the core to remove excess water
and let it dry.
B- Enthalpic paper core (heat and humidity recovery
unit).
• Remove the recovery core.
• Remove dust using a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush attachment.
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CAUTION
Handle the recovery core with care.
CAUTION
This type of recovery module cannot be washed with water.
WARNING
Dangerous voltage may be present. During maintenance and repairs, the
unit must always be turned off, then unplugged. We take great care to
minimize sharp edges; however, please proceed with caution when handling
all components. When cleaning the unit, it is recommended to wear safety
glasses and gloves.
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