Humidex HCS-BSF-HDEX Operating instructions

Sept 2019 Humidex HCS Rev 2.1 En
Installation & Owner’s Manual
English
This Manual Covers the Following Models
HCS-BSF-HDEX
Manufactured by:
ClairiTech Innovations Inc.
1095 Ohio Rd.
Boudreau-Ouest, NB
Canada E4P 6N4

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Table of Contents
Table of Contents ...................................................................................................................... 1
Service and Warranty .................................................................................................................2
FOR CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE........................................................................................................................2
CONSUMER LIMITED WARRANTY ................................................................................................................3
Pre-Installation ..........................................................................................................................4
INCLUDED COMPONENTS .............................................................................................................................4
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR INSTALLATION .......................................................................................................4
Installation.................................................................................................................................5
KEY INSTALLATION FACTS ...........................................................................................................................5
TYPICAL INSTALLATION DIAGRAM .............................................................................................................5
PREPARING THE HUMIDEX FOR INSTALLATION .......................................................................................6
Specifications.............................................................................................................................8
TECHNICAL DATA ..........................................................................................................................................8
DIMENSIONS ...................................................................................................................................................8

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For the Following Inquiries:
-Service
-Parts
-Accessories
-Additional Customer Information
Please contact us by:
Phone: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.humidex.com
Service and Warranty
For Customer Assistance
To aid in answering questions if you call for service or warranty purposes, please record below the
model and serial number located on the side of the unit.
Product Name:
Model #:
Date of Manufacturing:
Date of Purchase:
Serial #:
Dealer Name (If Any):
Please Note the above information before contacting us.
IMPORTANT
To properly validate your warranty, you must fill out and return the warranty card as soon as
possible. If your unit is not registered, a proof of purchase will be necessary should it require any
services. You can also register your warranty online http://www.clairitech.com/register .

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Consumer Limited Warranty
ClairiTech Innovations Inc. warrants to the first consumer that this product, when shipped in its
original container, will be free from defective workmanship and materials, and agrees that it will, at
its discretion, either repair the defect or replace the defective Product or part thereof with a new or
remanufactured equivalent at no charge to the purchaser for the period(s) set forth below. The
defective part must be returned to the manufacturer ClairiTech Innovations Inc. All transportation
charges are the sole responsibility of the purchaser.
This warranty does not apply to any appearance items of the product nor to the additional excluded
item(s) set forth below of which have been damaged, defaced, subjected to improper voltage,
abnormal service or handling, or which has been altered or modified in design or construction.
In order to enforce the rights under this limited warranty, the purchaser must fill out and return the
warranty card as soon as possible. If your unit is not registered, a proof of purchase will be necessary
should it require any services.
Neither the sales personnel of the seller nor any other person is authorized to make any warranties
other than those described herein, or to extend the duration of any warranties beyond the time
period described herein on behalf of ClairiTech Innovations Inc.
The warranties described herein shall be the sole and exclusive warranties granted by ClairiTech and
shall be the sole and exclusive remedy available to the purchaser. Correction of defects, in the
manner and for the period of time described herein, shall constitute complete fulfillment of all
liabilities and responsibilities of ClairiTech to the purchaser with respect to the Product, and shall
constitute full satisfaction of all claims, whether based on contract, negligence, and strict liability or
otherwise. In no event shall ClairiTech be liable, or in any way responsible, for any damages or
defects in the Product which were caused by repairs or attempted repairs performed by anyone
other than an authorized servicer, unless approved by ClairiTech in writing. Nor shall ClairiTech be
liable or in any way responsible for any incidental or consequential economic or property damage.
Warranty Period for this product:
Five (5) years on all electrical components
(excluding the control)
Two (2) years on the control.
Additional Items Excluded from
Warranty Coverage (If Any):
Appearance items of the product, Exterior
vent and any printed material.
Where to obtain service:
From the Manufacturer. (Refer to Page 2)
This warranty is non-transferable and applies to residential use only.
To obtain supply, accessory or product information, contact us.
Refer to Page 2 for Contact Information.

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Pre-Installation
Included Components
Before installing your Humidex, make sure that you have the right model and accessories. The
following items should be included in the accessory box. If parts are missing, contact our customer
service at 1-888-533-1348.
1x Owner’s Manual
6x #8 x 9/16” Screws
1x Warranty Card
4x #8 x 2” Screws
1x Universal Boot
4x #8 x 1¼” Truss Screws
4Ft. 6” Insulated Flex
2x 4” x 12” Toe Space Grill
2x Cable Ties
4x Plastic Anchors
1x Green connector
1x White Wire (50 ft.)
Additional grilles for replenishment air and interior rooms not included.
Tools Required for Installation
-Electric reciprocal or hole saw
-Phillips or Robinson Screw Driver
-Measuring Tape
-Hammer
-Pencil

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Installation
Key Installation Facts
1) To minimize noise propagation, install at least 6 ft. of 6 in. insulated flex between the
universal duct boot (connected to the floor register) and the HCS-BSF.
2) To further decrease noise propagation, 6 ft. of insulated flex can be used on the exhaust side
of the unit. (Not Included)
3) Install the unit as far away as possible from the HCS exhaust system. If this cannot be done,
please use 6 in. Flex to pipe the HCS-BSF away from the exhaust system.
4) If the building codes in your area require a backdraft damper to be installed, it must be
placed on the exhaust side of the booster fan to limit the impact on the total airflow through
the unit. (Not Included)
5) This unit is typically sold with an HCS exhaust system. If this is the case, then the HCS-BSF
system is made to replace your Replenishment vent required by the HCS exhaust system.
Typical Installation Diagram

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Preparing the Humidex for Installation
To allow the booster fan to draw air from the upper levels, a universal boot must be installed.
First locate a safe place to cut out a hole to fit the universal boot. Once a safe and adequate area
had been found, proceed by cutting the hole.
With the hole cut, install the universal booth which will allow the unit to pull the air down.
Now that the boot has been installed, the HCS-BSF can be mounted on a floor joist a
minimum of 6 ft. away from the universal boot to reduce noise. Connect the universal boot to
the booster fan with the 6 in. insulated flex provided.
If the building codes in your area require a backdraft damper to be installed, it must be placed
on the exhaust side of the HCS-BSF to limit the impact on the total airflow through the unit.
Note: A T-junction duct and flex can be added to the exhaust side of the HCS-BSF to direct air
into all areas of the crawl space
Now that the booster fan has been installed, it must be connected to the rest of the system. To
do so, a wire must be run from the booster to either the main exhaust or the control unit.
Note: These steps must be completed before plugging in the booster fan.
After the white wire has been run it must be connected to the system. Make sure the main HCS
exhaust unit is unplugged before connecting the booster fan.
If the booster is connected to the main exhaust, remove the green connector, strip the wire
and connect it following the wiring guide. Reconnect the green connector once the wire has
been inserted.
If the wire was run to the control, remove the bottom screw and open the control. Strip the
wire and add it to the internal connector following the wiring guide. Once done, close the
control.
Wiring Guide:
Yellow Wire –B
Green Wire –A
Black Wire –GND
Red Wire –VCC
Note: The main exhaust unit must remain unplugged till the booster fan installation is
complete.

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On the booster fan end of the wire attach
the green connector with the wiring
matching the wiring guide above
Now that the connecter has been wired, insert
it into the Booster fan unit.
Now that the booster fan has been installed and connected to the main exhaust unit, the HCS-BSF
can be plugged into any 115V outlet. With the BSF plugged in, the main exhaust unit can be plugged
in.
Note: A grounded extension cord with a maximum length of 10 feet may be used if necessary.

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Specifications
Technical Data
Model
Amps
(A)
Watts
(W)
Airflow
(CFM)
Capacity
(Sq.Ft.)
HCS-BSF-HDEX
0.30
34
230
2,400
All Units require a 115 VAC electrical outlet
Dimensions
Model
Height (In.)
Width (In.)
Depth (In.)
HCS-BSF-HDEX
10.75”
11.5”
8.5”
*A 24 Inch extension section is available if extra height is required