Fantech SER 1504 Installation Manual - Erv Installation
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ERV INSTALLATION
Location
The ERV must be located in a conditioned space where it will be possible to conveniently service the unit. Typically
the ERV would be located in the mechanical room or an area close to the outside wall where the weatherhoods will
be mounted. If a basement area is not convenient or does not exist, a utility room may be used.
Attic installations are not normally recommended due to:
• The complexity of the installation
• Freezing conditions in the attic
• Difficulty of access for service and cleaning
• No drain access
Connecting appliances to the ERV is not recommended. These include:
• Clothes dryer
• Range top
• Stovetop fan
• Central vacuum system
• Bathroom exhaust fans unless they are specifically designed for this purpose
These appliances may cause lint, dust or grease to collect in the ERV, damaging the unit.
Mounting
• Install the unit close to the
outside wall on which the
supply and exhaust hoods
will be mounted.
• Have a nearby power
supply 120 Volts, 60Hz.
(power cord is 3 feet long)
• Mount the unit as level
as possible in order to
allow proper condensate
drainage.
• Have access to a water
drain for the condensate of
the unit during defrost.
• Have a certain amount
of heat around the unit
(attic installation is not
recommended).
• Installations close to
the living space, such as
closets, should be design
and to minimize noise or
vibration transfers.
• • Have access for future
maintenance. (10” is
recommended for removal
of core)
Connecting any of
these types of
appliances to the
ERV will void your
warranty.
1 Place fastening hooks on
the strapping board or
the floor joists
.
2 Attach a hanging chain
(provided) to each 19 mm
(3/4") bolt (provided) in the
top 4 corners of the unit
and tighten.
4 Hang the unit by slipping
a link onto the hanging
hooks, making sure the
unit is level.
3 Install a spring on each
chan. Hook the spring
in the links so a loop is
created in the chain. The
spring will then support the
unit's weight and absorb
vibrations.