Guardian Plus GSFH1K User manual

RESIDENTIAL USE ONLY
INSTALLER: LEAVE THIS MANUAL WITH CONSUMER.
CONSUMER: USE AND CARE INFORMATION
ON PAGES 31 and 35 to 38.
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HEPA Filtration,
Fresh Air and Heat
Recovery*
GSHH3K
*Patents pending
VB0052
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
AND USER MANUAL
HEPA
Filtration*
GSFH1K
HEPA Filtration and
Fresh Air
Ventilation*
GSVH1K

ABOUT THIS MANUAL
Congratulations! Your purchase of this whole-house HEPA filtration, with optional
ventilation will allow you and your family to enjoy clean and healthy air throughout
your home for years to come!
Please read this manual thoroughly.
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.
This manual uses the following symbols to emphasize particular information:
NOTE: Indicates supplementary information needed to fully complete an instruction.
We welcome any suggestions concerning this manual and/or the product, or ways
to better serve you. Please forward all correspondence at the address below:
Broan-NuTone LLC
926 W. State St.,
Hartford, WI 53027
WARNING
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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.
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ABOUT THESE UNITS
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO
PERSON(S) OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
1. This unit is intented for residential installation only.
2. Installation must be done in accordance with all applicable codes and
standards, including fire-rated construction codes and standards.
3. This unit is not designed to provide combustion and/or dilution air for
fuel-burning appliances.
4. Do not install in a cooking area or connect directly to an appliance.
5. Before replacing filters, servicing or cleaning unit, disconnect the
power cord from the electrical outlet.
6. When cutting or drilling into the wall or ceiling, do not damage electrical
wiring or other hidden utilities.
7. Do not use this unit with any solid-state speed control device other than
wall controls ACCGSC1 or ACCGSC3, provided with the unit.
8. This unit must be grounded. The power supply cord has a 3-prong
grounding plug for your personal safety. It must be plugged into a mating
3-prong grounding receptacle, grounded in accordance with the national
electrical code and local codes and ordinances. Do not remove the
ground prong. Do not use an extension cord.
9. This unit must be installed in a weatherized location out of direct sunlight
and protected from the elements.
10. Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer. If you
have questions, contact the manufacturer at the address or telephone
number listed in this document.
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CAUTION
1. For general ventilating use only. Do not use to exhaust hazardous or
explosive materials and vapors.
2. Intended for residential installation in accordance with the requirements
of NFPA 90B.
3. For GSVH1K and GSHH3K units only: Be sure to duct air outside. – Do
not intake / exhaust air into spaces within walls or ceiling or into attics,
crawl spaces, or garage.
4. Do not run any air ducts directly above or closer than 2 ft (0.61 m) to any
furnace or its supply plenum, boiler, or other heat producing appliance.
If a duct has to be connected to the furnace return plenum, it must be
connected not closer than 2 ft (0.61 m) from this plenum connection to
the furnace.
5. The ductwork is intended to be installed in compliance with all local and
national codes that are applicable.
6. To avoid prematurate clogged filters, turn OFF the unit during construction
or renovation.
7. Please read the unit’s specification label on the product for further
information and requirements.

1.0 BEFORE STARTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
1.1 Inspect the Content of the Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . 5
2.0 TECHNICAL DATA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
2.1 Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.2 Mounting and Servicing Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
3.0 PLANNING THE INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
3.1 Planning of the Ductwork . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
4.0 TYPICAL INSTALLATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
4.1 Stand Alone Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
4.2 Central Draw Point Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
4.3 Return-to-Return Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
5.0 INSTALL THE UNIT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
5.1 Tools and Materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
5.2 Mount the Ports on the Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
5.3 Installation Using Isolator Pads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
5.4 For Suspended Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
5.5 Installing 8” Ducts and Registers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
5.6 Installing Insulated Flexible Ducts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
5.7 Installing AirDuo™ Exterior Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
5.8 Installing Two Exterior Hoods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
5.9 Connecting the Drain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
5.10 Low Temperature Applications Below Freezing (32°F or 0°C) . . .29
6.0 CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
6.1 Main Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
6.2 Wall Controllers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
6.3 Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
6.4 Installation of the Wall Controllers . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
6.5 Operating ACCGSC1 Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
6.6 Operating ACCGSC3 Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
7.0 MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
7.1 Semi-annual Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
7.2 Annual Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
7.3 Master Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
7.4 Optional Alpine/pine Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
8.0 TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
9.0 WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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VD0126
1 .1 INSPECT THE CONTENTS OF THE BOX
• Inspect the exterior of the unit for shipping damage. Ensure there is no
damage to the door, door latches, main switch, etc.
1) Cardboard strip
•Inspect the interior of the unit for damage. Ensure the blower assembly, heat
recovery core (model GSHH3K), insulation, dampers (models GSVH1K and
GSHH3K), prefilter, HEPA filter, etc. are all intact.
• If the unit was damaged during shipping, contact your local distributor, or
Broan-NuTone at 1 800 558-1711.
1. BEFORE STARTING
CAUTION
Remove the cardboard strip inside the unit (if applicable).
WARNING
To avoid risk of suffocation, discard the plastic bag wrapping the unit.
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2. TECHNICAL DATA
GSFH1K GSVH1K GSHH3K
HEPA Filtration & HEPA Filtration,
Models HEPA Filtration Fresh Air Fresh Air &
Ventilation Heat Recovery
Weight 34 lbs (15.4 kg) 36 lbs (16.3 kg) 40 lbs (18.2 kg)
Oval shaped duct collars
for non-insulated ducts fits two 8” round ducts
to inside
Oval shaped duct collars
for insulated ducts N/A fits two 5” or 6” round ducts
to outside
Installation: Suspended Chains, springs and hooks (provided with the unit)
or rest on a shelf or floor: or 4 pads (provided with the unit)
Electrical Supply 120 Volts AC, 60 Hz
Power Consum. (Boost) 170 Watts 218 Watts 232 Watts
Power Consum. (Normal) 132 Watts 152 Watts 170 Watts
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