Lifebreath 1000RHC Specification sheet

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NOTE: Due to ongoing research and product development, specifications,
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OPERATION AND
INSTALLATION MANUAL
NOTE: ALTHOUGH SOME MODELS
DIFFER IN OPERATION, THE BASIC
STEPS ARE SIMILAR.
CAUTION
Before installation, careful consideration must be
given to how the system will operate if connected to
any other piece of mechanical equipment, i.e. a forced
air furnace or air handler, operating at a higher static.
After installation, the compatibility of the two pieces of
equipment must be confirmed, by measuring the
airflow’s of the Heat/Energy Recovery Ventilator
(HRV), by using the balancing procedure in
this manual.
It is always important to assess how the operation
of any HRV may interact with vented combustion
equipment (ie. Gas Furnaces, Oil Furnaces, Wood
Stoves, etc.).
NEVER install an HRV in a situation where its normal
operation, lack of operation or partial failure may result
in the backdrafting or improper functioning of vented
combustion equipment!!!
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For Models:
700DDPOOL
1200DDPOOL
1000RHC
1000RHCAC

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Table of Contents
Introduction.....................................................................2
Technical Data - Model 700DDPOOL ............................3
Technical Data - Model 1200DDPOOL ..........................4
Technical Data - Model 1000RHC..................................5
Technical Data - Model 1000RHCAC.............................5
Sizing Your Pool HRV......................................................6
Calculation......................................................................7
System Installations.....................................................7
Table 1 Evaporation Rate...............................................8
Table 2 Flowrate Factor................................................ 9
Installation Diagram Sketch #1 ....................................10
Installation Diagram Sketch #2 ....................................11
Location for Mounting ...................................................12
The Ductwork System ...............................................12
Outside Weatherhoods ................................................13
Ducting from Weatherhoods ........................................13
Warmside Ducting - General.........................................13
Stale Air Return System ..............................................13
Fresh Air Supply System .............................................14
Various Installation Types .............................................15
Electrical Connections...............................................16
Damper Defrost ............................................................16
Auto Self Test of Defrost Systems ................................16
Operation of the HRV..................................................17
Ducting Requirements & Mode of Operation ...............18
Speed Selection and Controls ......................................19
Hydronic Reheat Coil....................................................19
Air Conditioning (DX) Coil ............................................19
Pitot Tube Air Flow Balancing ...................................20
Service/Maintenance ..................................................21
Motor ........................................................................... 21
HRV Core......................................................................21
Filters............................................................................22
Duct Work.....................................................................22
Damper Motor ..............................................................22
General Maintenance ...................................................22
Troubleshooting Your HRV System...........................23
Wiring Diagram ..........................................................24
Warranty ......................................................................25
Introduction
A Heat Recovery Ventilator (HRV) is designed to
provide fresh air into a building while exhausting
an equal amount of stale air. During the winter
months, the incoming cold fresh air is warmed by
utilizing the heat recovered from the stale air
before it is exhausted to the outdoors. During
summer months when the indoor space is air
conditioned, the Heat Recovery Ventilator will
help in cooling the incoming fresh air with the
stale air that is being exhausted.

Model 700DD POOL
753 mm (29 5/8")
200 mm
(8")
FRONT VIEW
625 mm
(24 5/8 ")
730 mm
(28 3/4")
356 mm
(14")
210 mm
(8 1/4")
INLET SIDE
DRAIN CONNECTION
DIMENSIONS 700DDPOOL mm (inches)
200 mm
(8")
730 mm
(28 3/4")
356 mm
(14")
159 mm
(6 1/4")
MOUNTING POINTS
CONTROLS
DISCHARGE SIDE
EXHAUST AIR
TO OUTSIDE
EXHAUST AIR
FROM POOL SUPPLY AIR
TO BUILDING
SUPPLY AIR
FROM OUTSIDE
NOTE:
Service clearance
is 760 mm (30 in.)
from front
access doors
POOL AND
DEFROST
AIR
165 mm
(6 1/2") 165 mm
(6 1/2")
All units conform to CSA and UL standards. WARRANTY
All units carry a 15 year warranty on the heat recovery cores
and a 2 year replacement parts warranty.
AIRFLOWS (Each Air Stream)
423 (900)
378 (800)
329 (700)
282 (600)
235 (500)
190 (400)
143 (300)
94 (200)
42 (100)
AIRFLOW L/s (CFM)
25 (.1) 50 (.2) 75 (.3) 100 (.4) 125 (.5) 150 (.6) 175 (.7)
EXTERNAL STATIC PRESSURE IN PASCALS (IN. W.C.)
TOTAL CURRENT DRAW (AMPS) @ 120 VAC
5.5 HIGH
4.7 LOW
70%
60%
50%
143
(300) 190
(400) 235
(500) 282 (600) 329
(700)
TEMPERATURE EFFECTIVENESS
AIRFLOW IN L/s (CFM)
NOTE: Exhaust Relative Humidity (RH) at 40%
EFFECTIVENESS
HIGH SPEEDHIGH SPEED
MED SPEEDMED SPEED
LOW SPEEDLOW SPEED
5.0 MED
PERFORMANCE
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SPECIFICATIONS
CORES
Modular (2 section) patented aluminum heat recovery cores arranged
for efficient cross-flow ventilation.Meets the flame spread and smoke
developed classifications of the National Building Code and NFPA 90A
(1993 Edition)
MOTORS
Two PSC, 3 speed single shafted, 120 VAC, 2.75 Amps each (5.5 total on
high speed). HP - 1/10, 1625 RPM. Watts - total on high speed - 648.
FILTERS
Washable air filters in exhaust and supply air streams.
BLOWERS
Centrifugal type rated at 700 cfm (329 L/s) free air delivery. Each air
stream has one single shafted motor driving a centrifugal blower.
CONNECTION DUCT SIZES
Five - 14" x 8" H (356 mm x 200 mm H).
MOUNTING
Unit to be set on support brackets hung by threaded rod type
apparatus. (brackets and rod not provided.)
CASE
20 gauge prepainted galvanized steel (G60) for superior corrosion
resistance. Insulated with foil faced insulation duct liner where required to
prevent exterior condensation. Drain connections; two - 1/2" (12 mm)
O.D.
CONTROLS
Illuminated power switch, 3 speed blower control, low voltage (24 VAC)
terminals for connection of remote dehumidistat (supplied) and defrost
light indicating automatic operation.
DEFROST
Supply bypass routes indoor air to defrost core.
WEIGHT 142 lbs. (64.4 kg) SHIPPING WEIGHT 167 lbs. (75.8 kg)
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759 mm (29 7/8")
200 mm
(8")
FRONT VIEW
625 mm
(24 5/8 ")
1055 mm
(41 1/2")
508 mm
(20")
172 mm
(6 3/4")
INLET SIDE
DRAIN CONNECTION
DIMENSIONS 1200DDPOOL mm (inches)
200 mm
(8")
1055 mm
(41 1/2")
508 mm
(20")
159 mm
(5 7/8")
MOUNTING POINTS
CONTROLS
DISCHARGE SIDE
EXHAUST AIR
TO OUTSIDE
EXHAUST AIR
FROM POOL SUPPLY AIR
TO BUILDING
SUPPLY AIR
FROM OUTSIDE
NOTE:
Service clearance
is 760 mm (30 in.)
from front
access doors
POOL AND
DEFROST AIR
263 mm
(10 3/8")
263 mm
(10 3/8")
All units conform to CSA and UL standards. WARRANTY
Units carry a 15 year warranty on the heat recovery cores
and a 2 year replacement parts warranty.
AIRFLOWS (Each Air Stream)
613 (1300)
566 (1200)
518 (1100)
472 (1000)
423 (900)
378 (800)
329 (700)
282 (600)
235 (500)
AIRFLOW L/s (CFM)
25 (.1) 50 (.2) 75 (.3) 100 (.4) 125 (.5) 150 (.6) 175 (.7)
EXTERNAL STATIC PRESSURE IN PASCALS (in. W.C.)
TOTAL CURRENT DRAW (AMPS) @ 120 VAC
7.8 MED
8.1 HIGH
7.1 LOW
70%
60%
50%
235
(500) 282
(600) 329 (700)
TEMPERATURE EFFECTIVENESS
AIRFLOW IN L/s (CFM)
EFFECTIVENESS
HIGH SPEEDHIGH SPEED
MED SPEEDMED SPEED
LOW SPEEDLOW SPEED
378
(800) 423 (900) 472 (1000) 566 (1200)
518
(1100)
NOTE: Exhaust Relative Humidity (RH) at 40%
PERFORMANCE
Model 1200DD POOL
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SPECIFICATIONS
CORES
Modular (3 section) patented aluminum heat recovery cores arranged
for efficient cross-flow ventilation. Meets the flame spread and smoke
developed classifications of the National Building Code and NFPA 90A
(1993 Edition).
MOTORS
Two PSC, 3 speed double shafted, 120 VAC, 4 Amps each (8.1 total
on high speed). HP - 1/4, 1625 RPM. Watts - total on high speed -
972.
FILTERS
Washable air filters in exhaust and supply air streams.
BLOWERS
Centrifugal type rated at 1200 cfm (566 L/s) free air delivery. Each air
stream has one double shafted motor driving a centrifugal blower.
CONNECTION DUCT SIZES
Five - 20" x 8" H (508 mm x 200 mm H).
MOUNTING
Unit to be set on support brackets hung by threaded rod type
apparatus. (brackets and rods not provided).
CASE
20 gauge prepainted galvanized steel (G60) for superior corrosion
resistance. Insulated with foil faced insulation duct liner where required
to prevent exterior condensation. Drain connections; two - 1/2" (12
mm) O.D.
CONTROLS
Illuminated power switch, 3 speed blower control, low voltage (24 VAC)
terminals for connection of remote dehumidistat (supplied) and defrost
light indicating automatic operation.
DEFROST CONTROLS
Supply bypass damper routes indoor air to defrost core.
WEIGHT 191 lbs. (87 kg) SHIPPING WEIGHT 215 lbs. (98 kg)
DATE: ___________________________________________PROJECT: _________________________________________
MECHANICAL CONTRACTOR: _________________________________________________________________________
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SPECIFICATIONS
CORES
Modular (3 section) patented aluminum heat recovery cores arranged for
high efficiency cross-flow ventilation. Meets the flame spread and smoke
developed classifications of the National Building Code and NFPA 90A (1993
Edition).
MOTORS
Two PSC, 3 speed double shafted, 120 VAC, 3.95 Amps each (7.9 total on
high speed). HP - 1/4, 1625 RPM. Watts - total on high speed - 848.
FILTERS Washable air filters in exhaust and supply air streams.
BLOWERS
Each air stream has one double shafted motor driving 2 centrifugal blowers.
HYDRONIC REHEAT COIL
Standard built-in coil in both 1000RHC and 1000RHCAC. Rated 35,000 BTU
@ 140°F, 3 US gal./min. Design temperature drop is 20°F, fluid pressure drop
is 1.3 feet WG at rated flow, 3/4" fittings.
CONNECTION DUCT SIZES Five - 20" X 8" H (508 mm x 200 mm H).
DIRECT EXPANSION (DX) EVAPORATOR COIL (model 1000RHCAC
only) Factory installed 1.5 ton DX coil, 0.875" OD suction side, 0.625" OD
liquid side, built-in orifice.
MOUNTING
Two brackets under cabinet, connect to threaded rod type supports
(not included).
CASE
20 gauge prepainted galvanized steel (G60) for superior corrosion resistance.
Insulated with foil faced insulation where required to prevent exterior conden-
sation. Drain connections; two - 1/2" (12 mm) O.D.
CONTROLS
Illuminated power switch, 3 speed blower control, low voltage (24 VAC) termi-
nals to connect remote controls (not included), defrost light indicating
defrost/recirculation mode.
DEFROST CONTROLS
Supply bypass damper routes indoor air to defrost core.
WEIGHT 255 lbs.(116 Kg) SHIPPING WEIGHT 280 lbs.(127 Kg)
1088 mm
(46 3/4")
200 mm
(
8" )
FRONT VIEW
1055 mm
(41 1/2")
508 mm
(20")
DISCHARGE SIDE
625 mm
(24 5/8")
INLET SIDE
DRAIN CONNECTION COIL FITTINGS
508 mm
(20 ")
DIMENSIONS 1000RHC/RHCAC
mm (inches)
DEFROST &
RECIRCULATION
AIR
EXHAUST AIR
TO OUTSIDE
SUPPLY AIR
TO BUILDING
EXHAUST AIR
FROM BUILDING
SUPPLY AIR
FROM OUTSIDE
NOTE:
Service clearance
is 760 mm (30 in.)
508 mm
(20 ")
CONTROLS
149 mm
( 5 7/8 " )
263 mm
(10 3/8 ")
263 mm
( 10 3/8 " )
99-101 Sixty Minute Remote Timer
99-130 Remote Wall Mount Dehumidistat Control
24VAC only
All units conform to CSA and UL standards.
WARRANTY
Units carry a 15 year warranty on the heat recovery cores and
a 2 year replacement parts warranty.
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AIRFLOWS (Each Air Stream)
613 (1300)
566 (1200)
518 (1100)
472 (1000)
423 (900)
378 (800)
329 (700)
282 (600)
235 (500)
AIRFLOW L/s (CFM)
25 (.1) 50 (.2) 75 (.3) 100 (.4) 125 (.5) 150 (.6) 175 (.7) 200 (.8)
EXTERNAL STATIC PRESSURE IN PASCALS (in. W.C.)
TOTAL CURRENT DRAW (AMPS) @ 120 VAC
7.8 MED
8.1 HIGH
7.1 LOW
70%
60%
50%
235
(500) 282
(600) 329 (700)
TEMPERATURE EFFECTIVENESS
AIRFLOW IN L/s (CFM)
NOTE: Exhaust Relative Humidity (RH) at 40%
EFFECTIVENESS
HIGH SPEEDHIGH SPEED
378
(800) 423 (900) 472 (1000) 566 (1200)
518
(1100)
PERFORMANCE
Performance data includes both reheat and DX coil installed.
Note there is little change in air flow with the DX coil removed.
Model 1000RHC and
Model 1000RHCAC
NOTE: Hydronic reheat coil is designed to temper the ventilation air (after heat recovery) back to room temperature, and is not
intended for use as a primary heating source for the space.
• Additional controls MUST be added to pump system (not included / not available from Nutech) feeding the coil to ensure
continuous water flow through it, and prevent freezing of the coil.
• DX coil is designed to reduce humidity brought in from outside during ventilation. Coil MUST be connected to an outdoor
condensing unit (not included) by certified trades person. Not intended as a primary air conditioning system for the space.
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Determining ventilation requirements for
Indoor Pool enclosures
There are two primary reasons to ventilate an indoor
pool enclosure. One is to provide effective and
efficient control of harmful humidity levels. The other
reason is to control the Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) in
the pool room enclosure. When an HRV system is
adequately sized to control humidity,
the IAQ will automatically be controlled for most
situations. Therefore this HRV sizing guide will focus
on the amount of moisture introduced into
the air from the pool and the moisture removing
capabilities of an HRV at various flow rates.
The amount of moisture evaporated
from a pool is effected by:
1. Surface area of the pool
2. The water temperature
3. Indoor air temperature
4. Indoor relative humidity (R.H.)
5. The amount of activity in the pool room
These short rules will help in understanding
how these factors will effect moisture
generation
1. Larger areas of water will evaporate greater
amounts of water.
(By using a pool cover the surface area of the
pool will be reduced and will substantially reduce
water evaporation.)
2. Higher water temperatures will increase water
evaporation.
3. Lower indoor air temperatures will increase water
evaporation.
4. Lower indoor relative humidity will increase water
evaporation.
5. Activities in the pool will increase the water
surface area, therefore water evaporation will
increase.
Moisture removal capabilities
In addition to the amount of air being exchanged,
moisture removal depends largely on the moisture
content of both the inside and outside air. The
trends below outline these principles.
•The higher the indoor relative humidity, the
larger the moisture removing capabilities.
•The higher the indoor temperature, the larger
the moisture removing capabilities
•The lower the outdoor temperature, the
larger the moisture removing capabilities.
Detailed Calculation of Total
Ventilation Requirements
The following charts and equations can be used
to accurately size the HRV for a indoor pool
application. At this time some decisions should be
made with regards to:
•Pool water temperature
•Indoor air temperature
•Relative humidity
It should be noted that the construction and quality of
materials used in the construction of the pool room will
influence the size of HRV required. High quality
windows such as triple glazed, argon filled will allow a
higher indoor humidity level before condensation will
occur. A pool room built with loose construction
techniques will have a higher natural ventilation rate
than that of a room built to higher standards. It is
recommended for all applications it is assumed there is
no natural ventilation.
The first table contains the evaporation rate of
water based on the water temperature, room
temperature, and room relative humidity.
The second table contains the flowrate factor
based on the indoor temperature, outdoor
temperature, and room relative humidity.
The total ventilation rate per square foot of water
surface area is the result of these calculations. The
total ventilation rate is this product multiplied by the
water surface area.
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Calculation
Example: Pool surface area 16’ x 32’ (512 sq ft)
*Indoor design air temperature 83 ˚F
Pool water temperature 81 ˚F
Relative Humidity 50 %
*Outdoor design air temperature 15 ˚F
* Always use design temperatures for indoor and outdoor air temperatures. Outdoor design temperatures
are published by organizations such as ASHRAE. Do not us day to day temperatures for this calculation.
1.From Table 1, select the appropriate evaporation rate based on the room air temperature,
water temperature, and relative humidity.
Evaporation Rate = 0.052
2. From Table 2, select the corresponding flowrate factor depending on the indoor air temperature,
outdoor temperature, and room relative humidity.
Flowrate Factor = 21.70
3. Multiply the values obtained from step 1 and step 2 to obtain the minimum CFM
required per square foot of pool surface area.
Evaporation rate X Flowrate = CFM / square foot of water surface area
0.052 X 21.70 = 1.12
4. Multiply the value in step 3 by the area of the pool
Area of pool X Value for step 3 = CFM
512 X 1.12 = 573
System Installation
It is necessary to design and size the duct distribution system for both the supply and the exhaust
air streams.
Proper duct design will
•Minimize air flow requirements
•Ensure a comfortable environment by using reheat if required
•Optimize humidity control, including eliminating condensation on windows by
blanketing the windows with airflow
Please refer to sketch 1 and 2 for typical duct layouts.
Note: As a general rule, if the water temperature is maintained at
80˚F and the pool room air
temperature is maintained at 82˚F, use a factor of 1 cfm/sq ft of pool surface or .5 cfm/sq ft of room
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Evaporation Rate
Indoor Relative Humidity
Evaporation Rate lb/(sq. ft-hr.)
40% 50% 60% 40% 50% 60% 40% 50% 60% 40% 50% 60% 40% 50% 60% 40% 50% 60%
68 0.069 0.063 0.056 0.079 0.073 0.066 0.090 0.084 0.077 0.102 0.095 0.089 0.115 0.108 0.102 0.129 0.122 0.116
70 0.068 0.060 0.053 0.078 0.070 0.063 0.088 0.081 0.074 0.100 0.093 0.086 0.113 0.106 0.099 0.127 0.120 0.113
72 0.065 0.058 0.050 0.075 0.068 0.060 0.086 0.079 0.071 0.098 0.090 0.083 0.111 0.103 0.096 0.125 0.117 0.110
74 0.063 0.055 0.047 0.073 0.065 0.057 0.084 0.076 0.068 0.096 0.088 0.079 0.109 0.101 0.092 0.123 0.115 0.106
76 0.061 0.052 0.043 0.071 0.062 0.053 0.082 0.073 0.064 0.094 0.085 0.076 0.107 0.098 0.089 0.121 0.112 0.103
78 0.059 0.049 0.039 0.069 0.059 0.049 0.080 0.070 0.060 0.091 0.082 0.072 0.104 0.095 0.085 0.118 0.109 0.099
80 0.056 0.046 0.035 0.066 0.056 0.045 0.077 0.067 0.056 0.089 0.079 0.068 0.102 0.091 0.081 0.116 0.105 0.095
82 0.053 0.042 0.031 0.063 0.052 0.041 0.074 0.063 0.052 0.086 0.075 0.064 0.099 0.088 0.077 0.113 0.102 0.091
84 0.050 0.039 0.027 0.060 0.049 0.037 0.071 0.060 0.048 0.083 0.071 0.060 0.096 0.084 0.073 0.110 0.098 0.087
86 0.047 0.035 0.022 0.057 0.045 0.032 0.068 0.056 0.043 0.080 0.068 0.055 0.093 0.080 0.068 0.107 0.094 0.082
88 0.044 0.031 0.017 0.054 0.041 0.027 0.065 0.052 0.038 0.077 0.063 0.050 0.090 0.076 0.063 0.104 0.090 0.077
 78 81 84 87 90  93
TABLE 1

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Flowrate Factor
Indoor Relative Humidity
Flowrate Factor (cfa-hr./lb.)
40% 50% 60% 40% 50% 60% 40% 50% 60% 40% 50% 60% 40% 50% 60% 40% 50% 60%
TABLE 2
-30 39.70 31.50 26.10 35.70 28.30 23.40 32.10 25.50 21.10 29.00 23.00 19.00 26.10 20.70 17.20 23.60 18.70 15.50
 -25 40.20 31.80 26.20 36.10 28.50 23.60 32.40 25.70 21.20 29.20 23.10 19.10 26.30 20.90 17.20 23.80 18.80 15.60
 -20 40.80 32.10 26.50 36.50 28.80 23.80 32.80 25.90 21.40 29.50 23.30 19.20 26.60 21.00 17.40 24.00 19.00 15.70
 -15 41.60 32.60 26.80 37.20 29.20 24.00 33.30 26.20 21.60 29.90 23.60 19.40 26.90 21.20 17.50 24.20 19.10 15.80
 -10 42.60 33.20 27.20 38.00 29.70 24.40 34.00 26.60 21.90 30.40 23.90 19.60 27.30 21.50 17.70 24.60 19.30 15.90
 -5 43.90 34.10 27.80 39.00 30.40 24.80 34.80 27.10 22.20 31.10 24.30 19.90 27.90 21.80 17.90 25.00 19.60 16.10
 0 45.70 35.10 28.50 40.40 31.20 25.40 35.90 27.80 22.70 32.00 24.80 20.30 28.60 22.20 18.20 25.60 20.00 16.30
 5 48.10 36.50 29.40 42.30 32.30 26.10 37.40 28.70 23.20 33.20 25.50 20.70 29.50 22.80 18.60 26.30 20.40 16.60
 10 51.50 38.40 30.60 44.90 33.80 27.00 39.40 29.80 24.00 34.70 26.40 21.30 30.70 23.50 19.00 27.30 21.00 17.00
 15 56.20 41.00 32.20 48.50 35.80 28.30 42.10 31.40 25.00 36.80 27.60 22.10 32.40 24.50 19.60 28.60 21.70 17.50
 20 63.40 44.70 34.50 53.70 38.50 30.00 46.00 33.50 26.30 39.70 29.30 23.10 34.60 25.70 20.40 30.30 22.70 19.10
 25 74.90 50.10 37.60 61.70 42.50 32.40 51.80 36.40 28.10 44.00 31.50 24.50 37.80 27.40 21.50 32.70 24.10 19.00
 30 95.90 58.70 42.30 75.30 48.50 35.80 61.00 40.80 30.60 50.50 34.70 26.40 42.50 29.80 23.00 36.20 25.90 20.10
 35
112.78  69.62 46.60 84.08 54.75 38.60 66.18 44.71 32.53 57.46 37.32 27.77 46.85 31.63 23.99 39.10 27.20 20.83
 40 129.66  80.53 50.90 92.86 61.0 41.40 71.36 48.63 34.46 64.43 39.94 29.13 51.20 33.47 24.97 42.0 28.50 21.57
 45 146.54  91.45 55.20 101.64  67.25 44.20 76.54 52.55 36.40 71.39 42.56 30.50 55.55 35.30 25.95 44.90 29.80 22.30
 50 163.42  102.37  59.50 110.42  73.50 47.0 81.72 56.47 38.30 78.36 45.18 31.87 59.90 37.13 26.93 47.80 31.10 23.03
55 180.30  113.28  63.80 119.20  79.75 49.80 86.90 60.38 40.26 85.33 47.80 33.23 64.25 39.96 27.92 50.70 32.40 23.76
 60 243.30  124.20  68.10 127.98  86.0 52.60 92.08 64.30 42.20 92.30 50.40 34.60 68.60 40.80 28.90 53.60 33.70 24.50
 68 71 74 77 80 83

EXPOSED WALL
EXPOSED WALL
EXPOSED WALL
Main
Stale Air
Intake
Blanket exposed
windows with
fresh dry air
Always attempt to minimize
short circuiting of air streams,
(supply fresh air on one side
of room and exhaust stale air
from opposite side of room).
EXPOSED WALL
Min. 10’-0"
HRV
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Installation Diagrams
Typical Duct Layout
Sketch #1

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EXPOSED WALL
EXPOSED WALL
EXPOSED WALL
INTERIOR WALL
HRV
Stale Air
Intake
Blanket exposed
windows with
fresh dry air
Min. 10’-0"
Always attempt to minimize
short circuiting of air streams,
(supply fresh air on one side
of room and exhaust stale air
from opposite side of room).
Typical Duct Layout
Sketch #2

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Location for Mounting
The HRV must be located in a heated space
where the surrounding air temperature does not
fall below 60˚F (16˚C). The unit must be mounted
level (horizontal) to obtain proper drainage or
water from the heat exchange element and drip
pans. The warranty will be void if these
conditions are not met.
Typically, the HRV is positioned close to an
outside wall or the roof to simplify the
connections and keep the length of insulated
ducting required for the fresh air intake to a
minimum.
A minimum clearance of 30 inches (76 cm) in
front of the HRV is recommended to service the
heat exchanger cores and the filters. The HRV
may be mounted on an equipment platform
providing the drain hoses are clear and there is
sufficient space to open the doors for servicing.
Install the drain pans in the bottom of the HRV
so the drain connections protrude through the
holes provided. Use drain hoses with hose
clamps to connect the drain pan outlets to a floor
drain or standpipe. Make sure the drain line
slopes down to the outlet. If this is not possible a
condensate pump will be required for positive
removal of the water.
Protect the drain line from
freezing.
The Ductwork System
A properly designed ducting system will allow the
HRV to operate at its maximum efficiency. (Air
flow will be restricted by undersized ducting, use
of too many elbows, tees, bends, etc.). Always
try to keep duct runs as short and straight as
possible.
NOTE: Fully insulated ducting with an integral
vapour barrier must be used on all runs
passing through unheated areas in order
to avoid condensation problems and
energy losses from the air steams.
All joints must be airtight, sealed and impervious
to moisture. See specification sheets for each
unit for exact duct sizes and location.
To minimize pressure drop and noise, galvanized
metal ducts, properly sized, are recommended.
Keep ducting as short as possible and use a
minimum of elbows and tees. Connecting sections
and shorter runs may be flexible ducting one size
larger than the metal equivalent. Use flexible duct
connectors at the
HRV to avoid noise transmis-
sion.
All duct joints must be secured with screws,
rivets or duct sealant and sealed with aluminum
duct tape to prevent leakage.
DRAIN
SPOUT
TAPE
TO DRAIN
HRV CABINET
TEE
CONNECTOR
DRAIN
SPOUT
Forming the “P” Trap

Outside Weatherhoods
The weatherhoods must have built-in “bird” screen with
1/4 in (6.35 mm) minimum mesh to prevent birds and
rodents from entering into the ductwork. Do not use
smaller mesh as it will be very susceptible to plugging
up. Gravity dampers at the vents must not be used as
they will restrict air flow and often “seize up”. The pre-
ferred location of the outside weatherhoods is:
• no less than 10 ft. (3 m) apart from each other
• at least 18 in ( 46 cm) above snow line or
ground level
• away from sources of contaminants, such as
automobile exhaust fumes, gas meters, garbage
cans, containers, etc.
• not exposed to prevailing winds, whenever
reasonable possible
The outside perimeter of the weatherhood must be
caulked to prevent leakage into the building.
The design and size of the weatherhoods or louvres
chosen by the installer must allow for adequate free
area. Water and snow penetration of the system is mini-
mized when the airflow does not exceed 1000 FPM
(5.08 m/s) free area velocity.
Ducting from the
Weatherhoods
Galvanized sheet metal ducting with sufficient cross sec-
tion with an integral single piece vapour barrier should be
used to connect the HRV to the weatherhoods. All duct-
ing must meet UL Class 1 requirements.
A minimum R value of insulation should be equal to 4
(RSI 0.75)
A good bead of high quality caulking (preferably acousti-
cal sealant) and taping with a high quality aluminum foil
tape is recommended to seal the duct to both the HRV
and the weatherhood.
Warmside Ducting - General
Ducting from the HRV to the different areas in the build-
ing should be galvanized metal whenever possible.
To minimize airflow losses in the ductwork system, all
ducts should be as short as possible and with as few-
bends or elbows as possible. 45° elbows are preferred
to 90° elbows. Use “Wye” (Y) fittings instead of “Tees”
(T) whenever possible.
All duct joints must be fastened with screws, rivets or
duct sealant and wrapped with a quality duct tape to pre-
vent leakage. We recommend aluminum foil tape.
Stale Air Return System
The stale air return system is used to draw air from the
points in the building where the worst air quality prob-
lems occur. Balancing dampers and/or adjustable
grilles are recommended on all return air lines which
are used during installation to help balance the “draw”
from different areas of the building.
Alternately, the stale air may be drawn directly from the
return air duct. When this system is used, the air han-
dler’s blower must constantly operate. The exhaust
takeoff connection must be at least a 3 ft (1 m) from a
directly connected HRV supply duct if both are con-
nected to the same duct run. Static pressure of the air
handlers return system should be noted and compen-
sated for if, it is apparent that the static pressure of the
return in the air handler will exceed .1 to .15” W.C.
A damper located just prior to the HRV is required to
balance the stale air exhausted with the fresh air sup-
ply entering the building.
Return air suction points should be located on the
opposite side of the room from the fresh air inlet. The
inlets may be located in the ceiling or high on the walls
and fitted with inlet grilles.
Many commercial activities produce air contaminants in
the form of dusts, fumes, mists, vapours and gases.
Contaminants should be controlled at the source so that
they are not dispersed through the building nor allowed
to increase to toxic concentration levels. The ventilator
allows for economical operation of the HVAC system
while effectively removing contaminants from the space.
In designing the exhaust portion of the system the
exhaust grilles are placed so as to remove the contami-
nants while not allowing them to enter the breathing
zone of the occupants.
For contaminants that are lighter than air, grilles should
be located high on the wall. If contaminants are heavier
than air, a lower placement of the grilles will be
required. Information on a contaminants specific gravity
and toxicity should be available from chemical data
sheets.
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Fresh Air Supply System
The fresh air supply ductwork from the HRV may be
directly connected to the return air duct of the forced
air system. Check the air flow balance of the HRV with
the air handler blower both “ON” and “OFF” to
determine that it does not imbalance the HRV more
than 10%. Also, it is advisable to include a short length
of flex duct or other non-metallic connector in this hard
ducted line in order to keep the HRV acoustically iso-
lated and separately grounded (electrically) from the
air handler. This will avoid a possible shock hazard to
service people if a short to ground develops in one of
the devices.
It may be necessary to install a separate fresh air supply
ductwork system if the heating is other than forced air.
When installing an HRV, the designer and installer
should be aware of local codes that may require
smoke detectors and/or firestats in the HVAC or HRV
ductwork.
Because an HRV is designed to bring fresh air into the
building, structures may require supply voltage
interrupt when smoke or flame sensors are triggered,
or when a central fore alarm system is activated.
Supply air grilles may be ceiling or high wall mounted.
Avoid locating incoming fresh air grilles that could
cause a direct draft on the occupants as the incoming
air may be below room temperature. A reheat duct
heater can be installed to improve occupant comfort.
The use of balancing dampers or adjustable grilles to
balance the flow rates into various rooms is
recommended.
The use of balancing dampers or adjustable grilles
as supply air diffusers and air exhaust covers are
recommended. TECHGRILLES™ are round, efficient,
sound absorbing devices available in 4”, 5”, 6” and 8”
(100, 125, 150, and 200 mm) models.
AIR FLOW
SUPPLY
AIR FLOW
EXHAUST
TECHGRILLE
(optional) schematic

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Various Installation Types
Figure 7A
Saddle Installation
Hang unit with suspended rods
and "U" channel members.
Threaded
rod and U channel
(Supplied by others)
Vibration Isolators
(Supplied by others)
Figure 7B
Curb Mounted
Mount unit on wooden or metal
curb assembly. Unit must be raised
an adequate height for installation
and slope of drain lines.
Curb is wood or metal
(Supplied by others) May be anchored to
floor,leaving space
for drain connections
Vibration Isolators
(Supplied by others)
PVC Support Straps
(Supplied by others)
Figure 7C
Suspended
Unit Suspended using
Polyester reinforced PVC support straps.
NOTE: When installing your HRV
flexible duct connectors should
be installed between the HRV
and the galvanized duct work.

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Electrical Connections
It is recommended that a licensed electrician make all
electrical connections. It is very important that the
unit be properly grounded. It is recommended that a
separate 15 amp/120 volt circuit be used.
WARNING: In order to prevent electric shock when
cleaning or servicing the HRV, it is extremely important
to confirm the polarity of the power line that is switched
by the safety (disconnect) switch whose control arm is
located on the outside of the electrical control box area.
The hot line (black) is the proper line to be switched. To
confirm the proper polarity, use a voltmeter or test lamp
to make sure there is no power after the switch when
the door is open. Check between that point and ground
(on the cabinet). This must be done as occasionally
some buildings are improperly wired. Always make
sure the HRV is properly grounded.
DAMPER DEFROST
These damper defrost HRV’s have an electronically
controlled damper defrost mechanism. If the outside
temperature drops below 27˚F(-3˚C ), the defrost timer
is activated. A motor driven damper door mechanism
opens the defrost port and at the same time closes off
the supply air from outside. After approximately 3
minutes, the damper operates in the opposite direction
to close off the defrost port and reopen the fresh air at
the supply port. The 27.5 minute wait time and 3
minute defrost cycle repeat until the temperature again
rises above 27˚F (-3˚C).
Automatic Self Test of Defrost
Systems
If confirmation of the defrost system is needed,
complete the following steps.
1. Disconnect power to the unit and open access/
maintenance doors.
2. Locate the “snap disc” type temperature sensor
mounted in the upper left hand corner (cold air
stream) of the HRV.
3. Disconnect the two wires from the HRV to the
sensor, at the sensor.
4. Using a jump wire with alligator clips, join two
wires from the HRV together.
5. Close access doors and power the unit.
This procedure will simulate a defrost that would occur
automatically in the field when the outside temperature
drops below -3˚C (27˚F).
Black
Black
White Power Supply
Cord
Line
GND.
Green
Neut.
Power
Terminal
Block.
Electrical Connection

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Operation of the HRV
These Recirculating Models of HRV's will provide fresh
clean air without sacrificing the savings of your energy
conserving home. When outdoor air is required for pool
room dehumidification, the aluminum cores of the HRV
provide effective and efficient heat recovery exchange.
Whether operating as an HRV or in recirculation mode,
the energy efficient PSC blower motors provide reliable
and cost effective operation.
Operation:
Humidity control is provided by an adjustable dehumidistat
that is mounted in the pool room. The dehumidistat
(supplied and mounted in the pool room in an accessible
location 5' above floor level) would be set to a humidity
level the operator finds acceptable (for example, in a
range of 45 to 55% R.H.). If the humidity level in the
room exceeds the setting of the dehumidistat, then
outside air is brought into the system and humid air is
removed from the room. If a duct heater or hot water
coil has been installed in the supply ductwork, this will
condition the incoming air.
Control of this heater would be by a duct mounted
thermostat. When the humidity level of the room falls
to the dehumidistat setpoint, the pool room air is
recirculated and no outside air will enter the system.
Pool room air moves through the unit, then to the duct
heater (optional) and returns to the pool room. Outside
air is prevented from entering the unit during recirculation
by the supply damper closing off.
The exhaust fan to the outside is shut off during this time.
Outside air does not enter the system until the pool room
humidity exceeds the setpoint of the dehumidistat.
The unit has an electronically controlled damper door
defrost. If the dehumidistat has made its circuit and the
unit is drawing in outside air, the defrost cycle will
operate as follows:
If the outside temperature drops below 27˚ Fahrenheit
(-3 degrees Celsius) the defrost timer is activated. After
waiting approximately 27.5 minutes (during which time
the core unit may experience some frost build-up) the
timer activates the damper door mechanism which
closes off the fresh air supply port and opens the
defrost port. After approximately 3 minutes the damper
door reverses direction and re-opens the fresh air sup-
ply port and closes off the defrost port. This cycle
repeats until the outside temperature again rises
above 27˚ F.
During the defrost cycle, pool room air is moved
outside through the unit as well as from the pool room,
back to the pool room. To handle the required air flow
capacity, two ducts need to be connected to the pool
room or one large duct.

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2. RECIRCULATION MODE
TO POOL ROOM
EXHAUST TO OUTSIDE
FROM POOL ROOM
FROM POOL ROOM
Ø
FRESH AIR FROM OUTSIDE (CLOSED)
Ø
Ø
OFF
ON
NOTE:
The external low voltage
contacts on a pool unit
control the Ventilation/
Recirculation Damper only,
not low/high speed control.
TO POOL ROOM
EXHAUST TO OUTSIDE
1. VENTILATION MODE
Ø
FRESH AIR FROM OUTSIDE
FROM POOL ROOM
ON
ON
FROM POOL ROOM (CLOSED)
3. DEFROST MODE
TO POOL ROOM
FROM POOL ROOM
FRESH AIR FROM OUTSIDE (CLOSED)
Ø
FROM POOL ROOM
EXHAUST TO OUTSIDE
ON
ON
Ventilation Mode
In ventilation mode, both motors are running and air is
being exchanged with the outside through the supply
and exhaust ducts.
Recirculation Mode
In recirculation mode the supply motor continues to run
and a damper moves to block off air entering from
outside, drawing air instead from the conditioned
space. The exhaust to outside motor is OFF when in
recirculation mode.
*NOTE: "Defrost" light is illuminated during
"Recirculation Mode", indicating damper direction.
Defrost Mode
In defrost mode both the supply and exhaust motors
run to draw air through the heat exchange cores. This
mode is automatic and does not require field
adjustments. Defrost light on side of cabinet illuminates
to indicate defrost operation.
Ducting Requirements & Mode of Operation

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Speed Selection and Controls
These recirculation models are equipped with a
3 speed control, low medium and high, (Note -
1000RHC/RHCAC must be set to high speed
when air conditioning is required), as well as a
lighted on/off switch and a low voltage terminal
strip. The low voltage terminal strip is used to
connect the supplied dehumidistat.
Hydronic Reheat Coil
Model 1000RHC and 1000RHCAC
The coil is designed to temper the air delivered
through the HRV, to room temperature and is not
a heating appliance for the space.
Special care and attention should be given to
selecting a thermostat which will be connected to
the pump feeding the coil. The thermostats
function will be to signal the pump to send water
through the system if temperatures drop below
40˚F (5˚C) to prevent the coil from freezing and
also to shut the pump off if the air temperature
leaving the coil exceeds 77˚F (25˚C) to prevent
over heating motors.
Thermostats and pumps not available from NUTECH.
Air Conditioning (DX) Coil
Model 1000RHCAC Only
The Direct Expansion (DX) Coil located inside the cabi-
net is designed to dehumidify the incoming fresh air
from the outside and is not intended as an air condition-
ing unit for the space. The coil must be connected to
an outdoor condensing unit, (this unit or it’s controls are
not provided by NUTECH). Special care and atten-
tion should be given to ensure the Model
1000RHCAC is set to high speed during air condi-
tioning mode, to avoid the coil from freezing up.
DISCLAIMER
The Model 1000RHC and RHCAC is intended to
be installed by certified HVAC trades people.
Damage resulting in partial or complete failure of
the Reheat/Air Conditioning portion is the respon-
sibility of the installing contractor. Precautions
should be put into place to avoid these coils from
freezing or causing the motors to overheat or any
other unforeseen problem not mentioned here.
The DX Coil is supplied with an orificing device
suitable for 1.5 tons of air conditioning @ 95˚F
80% RH inlet air.
ON/OFF SWITCH
3 SPEED CONTROL
COMMON
HIGH
Dehumidistat
SettingRelativeto
OutsideConditions
WINTER:
Set dehumidistat
between 30% to 40%.
If home is too dry,
adjust to higher setting.
If home is too humid,
adjust to lower setting.
SUMMER:
Set dehumidistat
to OFF.
not used
PART NO. 99-130W
•Provides ventilation or recirculation mode
DEHUMIDISTAT END OF UNIT
* NOTE: The external low voltage contacts on a pool
unit control the Ventilation/Recirculation
Damper only, not low/high speed control.

It is necessary to have balanced air flows in an HRV. The volume of
air brought in from the outside must equal the volume of air exhaust-
ed by the unit. If the air flows are not properly balanced, then;
• The HRV may not operate at its maximum efficiency
• A negative or positive air pressure may occur in the house
• The unit may not defrost properly
• Failure to balance HRV properly may void warranty
Excessive positive pressure may drive moist indoor air into the
external walls of the building where it may condense (in cold weather)
and degrade structural components. May also cause key holes to
freeze up.
Excessive negative pressure may have several undesirable effects.
In some geographic locations, soil gases such as methane and radon
gas may be drawn into the home through basement/ground contact
areas. Excessive negative pressure may also cause the backdrafting
of vented combustion equipment.
Read the Application Warning on the front of this manual!
Prior to balancing, ensure that:
1. All sealing of the ductwork system has been completed.
2. All of the HRV's components are in place and functioning properly.
3. Balancing dampers are fully open.
4. Unit is on HIGH speed.
5. Air flows in branch lines to specific areas of the house should be
adjusted first prior to balancing the unit. A smoke pencil used at
thegrilles is a good indicator of each branch line's relative air flow.
6. After taking readings of both the stale air to the HRV duct and
fresh air to the house duct, the duct with the lower CFM ([L/s]
velocity) reading should be left alone, while the duct with the higher
reading should be dampered back to match the lower reading.
7. Return unit to appropriate fan speed for normal operation
Balancing Procedure
The following is a method of field balancing an HRV using a Pitot
tube, advantageous in situations when flow stations are not installed
in the ductwork. Procedure should be performed with the HRV on high
speed.
The first step is to operate all mechanical systems on high speed,
which have an influence on the ventilation system, i.e. the HRV itself
and the forced air furnace or air handler if applicable. This will provide
the maximum pressure that the HRV will need to overcome, and allow
for a more accurate balance of the unit.
Drill a small hole in the duct (about 3/16"), three feet downstream of
any elbows or bends, and one foot
upstream of any elbows or bends.
These are recommended distances
but the actual installation may limit the
amount of straight duct.
The Pitot tube should be connected to
a magnehelic gauge or other
manometer capable of reading from 0
to 0.25 in. (0-62 Pa) of water, prefer-
ably to 3 digits of resolution. The tube
coming out of the top of the pitot is
connected to the high pressure side of
the gauge. The tube coming out of the
side of the pitot is connected to the
low pressure or reference side of the
gauge.
Insert the Pitot tube into the duct; pointing the tip into the airflow.
For general balancing it is sufficient to move the pitot tube around in
the duct and take an average or typical reading. Repeat this proce-
dure in the other (supply or return) duct. Determine which duct has the
highest airflow (highest reading on the gauge). Then damper that air-
flow back to match the lower reading from the other duct. The flows
should now be balanced. Actual airflow can be determined from the
gauge reading. The value read on the gauge is called the velocity
pressure. The Pitot tube comes with a chart that will give the air flow
velocity based on the velocity pressure indicated by the gauge. This
velocity will be in either feet per minute or metres per second. To
determine the actual airflow, the velocity is multiplied by the cross
sectional area of the duct being measured.
This is an example for determining the airflow in a 6" duct.
The Pitot tube reading was 0.025 inches of water.
From the chart, this is 640 feet per minute.
The 6" duct has a cross sectional area of = [3.14 x (6"÷12)2]÷4
= 0.2 square feet
The airflow is then:
640 ft./min. X 0.2 square feet = 128 cfm
For your convenience, the cross sectional area of some common
round duct is listed below:
DUCT DIAM. (inches) CROSS SECTION AREA (sq. ft.)
5 0.14
6 0.20
7 0.27
The accuracy of the air flow reading will be affected by how close to
any elbows or bends the readings are taken. Accuracy can be
increased by taking an average of multiple readings as outlined in the
literature supplied with the Pitot tube.
MAGNEHELIC
DUCT
AIR FLOW
Pitot tube
Magnehelic gauge
Pitot tube and gauge
Pitot Tube Air Flow Balancing
Pitot Tube Air Flow
Balancing Kit
c/w magnehelic gauge,
Pitot tube, hose and
carry case.
PART NO. 99-167
Place pitot tube a minimum of 18" from blower or elbows
Note: Duct connections may vary,
depending on model.
Outdoors
MAGNEHELIC
Magnehelic
gauge
Pitot
tube
MAGNEHELIC
Magnehelic
gauge
Pitot
tube
HRV must be in ventilate
mode when balancing
proceedure is performed
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