Vortex DBF-DEDPV User manual

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DBF-DEDPV
— INSTALLATION GUIDE
Dryer booster fan with integral
control and integrated lint trap.

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WARNING — TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY TO PERSONS, OBSERVE
THE FOLLOWING :
A - Your dryer installation incorporates a dryer exhaust power ventilator (DEDPV)
incorporating a lint trap.
B - Your dryer depends on the DEDPV for its safe and e󱐰cient operation. Operating your
dryer without a functional DEDPV will result in ine󱐰cient dryer operation, excess energy
consumption and a possible re hazard. See warning light on DEDPV front panel.
C - The DEDPV shall be permanently installed within the space in which the dryer
is installed. In the case of a dryer installed in an alcove provided with a door, the DEDPV
shall be installed within the alcove or be installed immediately adjacent to the doors of the
alcove. The DEDPV shall be located where it will be readily visible after the dryer is installed
without opening any doors other than those necessary to access the dryer.
WARNING — IF A CONTINUOUS ALARM SOUNDS OR A VISUAL ERROR INDICATOR IS PRESENT,
DO NOT OPERATE THE CLOTHES DRYER. CONTACT YOUR SERVICE PERSONNEL
• Do not install in an exhaust ductwork of a clothes dryer whose instructions prohibit the
installation of a clothes dryer booster fan (DEDPV).
• Do not install in an exhaust ductwork where the equivalent duct length is less than 25 ft
(7.62 linear metres).
• The VTX-DEDPV is suitable to overcome an equivalent duct length of 130 feet
(39.6 meters) of 4 inch diameter galvanized steel duct, and to maintain an air velocity
of 1200 fpm (6.10 m/s).
• Do not exhaust air in excess of 167F (75C) and do not install less than linear 4ft (1.21m)
from clothes dryer exhaust outlet.
• Do not install less than 4 linear feet (1.21 linear meters) or more than 45 linear feet (13.71
linear meters) from clothes dryer exhaust outlet.
• Insulated dryer duct shall not be used upstream of the ventilator.
• The ventilator must not be used in conjunction with high output dryers.
• For general ventilating use only. Do not use to exhaust hazardous or explosive materials
and vapors.
• The installation must comply with local electrical and mechanical building codes,
and must be inspected and accepted by local authorities having jurisdiction.
INSTALLATION GUIDELINES
TO PREVENT THE POSSIBILITY OF DRYER FAN CAVITATION AND/OR EXHAUSTING EXCESS
HEAT REQUIRED FOR THE DRYING CYCLE AND COMPROMISING DRYING TIMES, BOOSTER FAN
AIRFLOW MUST NOT EXCEED THE DRYER FAN CAPACITY.
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DBF-DEDPV
The DBF-DEDPV incorporate a booster fan, a lint trap and an integrated indicator panel.
Mounting —
DBF-DEDPV
The DBF-DEDPV is designed to be installed
at a minimum distance of 4 linear feet (1.21
meter) from clothes dryer exhaust outlet.
The visual indicator shall be visible to the
dryer operator and the lint trap shall be easely
accessible to the operator for cleaning. Refer
to maintenance instructions for inspection
recommendations. All duct connections
should be properly sealed to prevent leakage
and loss of fan performance.
Roof exhaust
Wall exhaust
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STEP 1 — Install the metal housing
Spacing : Ensure to leave the appropriate
spacing corresponding to the drywall tickness
1/2’’ or 5/8’’ between the face of the stud and
the front of the box edge corresponding to
distance ‘’D’’ as shown above.
STEP 3 — Install Ductwork
Install 4’’ rigid galvanized duct on inlet and
outlet. Do not use screw to attach the duct to
the DBF-DEDPV duct adapter, use aluminum
tape to seal the connections.
STEP 2 — Install the metal housing
Mount housing directly to the stud using pro-
vided wood or metal screws. Ensure to use the
oblong slot.
Orientation : Refer to the orientation sticker to
install the housing in the proper orientation.
STEP 4 — Electrical connection
A - Install the electrical connector to the
housing.
B - Bring a 2/14 AWG wire from a dedicated
circuit.
C - Connect the junction box connector wires
to the 115 V supplied wires and the housing
ground wire.
D - Close back the junction box with the
supplied screw.
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STEP 5 — Frame isolation
Once the drywall is installed, insert the frame
inside the housing ensuring that it is in the
proper orientation. The two-front holes
should be face down as shown above.
STEP 7 — Fan connection
Before inserting the fan, connect the
DBF-DEDPV male connector to the junction
box female connector.
A - Insert the fan unit in the housing.
STEP 6 — Frame xation
Before xing the frame to the housing with
the provided screws, ensure that the screw
holes in the frame are aligned with screw
holes in the housing. If the holes are not
aligned, loosen the screw that holds the hous-
ing to the stud and adjust the depth of the
housing until the holes are aligned.
STEP 8 — Fan unit locking procedure
B - Push the top fan unit towards the housing.
C - Tilt the fan unit as shown on the above.
D - Slide the fan unit towards the top.
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STEP 9 — Fix the fan unit
Once the holes of the fan unit are aligned with
the holes of the housing, put and hand tight-
en the metal screws. Ensure to not overtight
to avoid stripping the holes of the housing.
STEP 11 — Warning notication
Apply the provided warning and operational
stickers on the unit.
STEP 10 — Lint tray insertion
Insert the lint tray in the fan unit.
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OPERATION
DBF-DEDPV Calibration procedure
IMPORTANT — ENSURE ALL OF THE FOLLOWING ARE PERFORMED BEFORE SUPPLYING POWER
TO THE DBF-DEDPV.
• Conrm that the power of the clothes dryer is turned o󱐯.
• Conrm all lint traps are empty of lint and reinstalled in their proper position.
• Conrm the clothes dryer is empty of clothing.
• Conrm the door on the dryer is closed.
• From the electrical panel, turn on the power to the DBF-DEDPV.
NOTE — Within 10 seconds of the DBF-DEDPV being powered on, it will come on and run for up
to 20 seconds. This calibration period will only happen when the DBF-DEDPV is powered for the
rst time. The blue indicator light will ash during calibration mode and after calibration mode,
the motor and the light will shut o󱐯.
The DBF-DEDPV is now calibrated and the clothes dryer can be used.
NOTIFICATION PANEL STATUS MODE
CALIBRATION MODE (Flashing blue light)
PROPER VENTING MODE (Steady green indicator light)
When the DBF-DEDPV is on, the green indicator light will be continuously on.
PRESSURE FAULT MODE (Flashing orange indicator light)
If, at any time during the calibration or operating cycle of the DBF-DEDPV, a ashing orange
indicator light appears, the DBF-DEDPV pressure sensor is detecting a rise of static pressure in the
duct due to a blockage to the system. The DBF-DEDPV will continue to work but you must stop
the clothes dryer immediately and have the vent system inspected by a qualied service provider.
The power to the DBF-DEDPV will need to be turned o󱐯 to turn the DBF-DEDPV motor o󱐯 so you
can clear the faulty duct condition and/or remove the obstruction. The DBF-DEDPV calibration
cycle will need to be performed once more. (See Troubleshooting for complete details)
CIRCUIT FAILURE MODE (Flashing pink indicator light)
If, at any time during the calibration of operating cycle a ashing pink indicator light appear the
DBF-DEDPV is not functioning properly due to a circuit or motor failure, stop the dryer immedi-
ately, turn o󱐯 the power of the DBF-DEDPV and contact the manufacturer.
TEMPERATURE FAULT MODE (Flashing red indicator light)
The DBF-DEDPV is equipped with a non-resettable thermal fuse link which will trigger in case of a
re. This is a safety design feature to prevent the DBF-DEDPV from operating during abnormal or
dangerous drying conditions. If this occurs, contact the manufacturer.
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RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE
Depending on use, but no longer than once a year, Atmosphere recommend cleaning the clothes
dryer exhaust vent. On an annual basis make sure that exhaust hood apper or backdraft damper
are clean of lint and moves freely. The DBF-DEDPV motor is maintenance free. If the DBF-DEDPV
is not functioning as it should, perform the calibration procedure. (See calibration instructions for
complete details)
Fan impeller may accumulate lint. Periodic inspection, based upon clothes dryer usage, should be
performed to ensure that it is not obstructed or loaded with lint.
To inspect and clean the impeller :
• Turn o󱐯 power at the source
• Remove the fan unit from the housing of the DBF-DEDPV and clean any lint buildup
on the impeller and near the inlet and outlet.
• Reinstall the fan unit. Turn power back on and recalibrate the unit. (See calibration
instructions for complete details)
TROUBLESHOOTING
IMPORTANT — All faults are indicated by a di󱐯erent ashing indicator light or no lights at all on
the notication panel. All faults must be investigated as outlined below and the DBF-DEDPV must
only be turned on once a thorough investigation of the clothes dryer and vent system has been
performed by authorized service provider. Perform DBF-DEDPV calibration procedure to clear any
faults once investigation is complete.
No Indicator Light | DBF-DEDPV not operating when clothes dryer runs.
• The DBF-DEDPV is interlocked to the dryer by sensing the pressure inside the exhaust
duct when the dryer turns on.
• Clothes dryers are equipped with operating temperature controls that monitor drying
temperatures. Maximum exhaust temperatures should not exceed 167°F. If the safety
thermal fuse in the DBF-DEDPV trips, the clothes dryer is operating outside standard
code limits. Contact the clothes dryer manufacturer or authorized service provider and
replace the DBF-DEDPV.
• If the clothes dryer is operating normally, and there is no green indicator light on the
notication panel, stop the clothes dryer immediately and have the vent system
inspected and cleaned by an authorized service provider.
PRESSURE FAULT MODE (Flashing orange indicator light)
If at any time during the calibration or operating cycle of the DBF-DEDPV and the clothes dryer
there is excessive positive pressure of +0.16” W.C. sensed for more than four minutes, the noti-
cation panel will show a ashing orange indicator light. Stop the clothes dryer immediately. Have
the vent system inspected and cleaned by an authorized service provider. This is an indication of
excessive back pressure in the vent system
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WIRING DIAGRAM
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invoice available.
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• All parts and/or product will be repaired/replaced and shipped back to buyer.
No credit will be issued.
OR
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The distributor will receive a credit equal to the invoice only after product is returned, prepaid,
and veried to be defective.
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1. Improper installation
2. Improper maintenance.
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