Lifebreath MAXTOP - Manuals

8 Model MAXTOP ENGINEERING DATA THERMALLY CONDUCTIVE, PATENTED ALUMINUM CORE The cross-flow heat recovery core transfers heat between the twoairstreams. It is easily removed for cleaning or service. MOTORS AND BLOWERS - Each air stream has one centrifugal blower driven by a common PSC motor. 5 speed...

Operating the ControlAir 15 Plugging in the HRV/ERV energizes the unit. A self testfunction will be performed every time the HRV/ERV isenergized (refer to “Self Test” for more details). Afterthe self test has completed successfully the HRV/ERVwill default to Speed 1. This is the factory default sett...

14 To select mode of operation for ControlAir 15 Press and hold the fan selection button on the Control Pad. After 5 seconds the control willbegin to cycle each mode holding each for 2 seconds. Release the button when the desiredmode of operation is reached. Modes of Operation LED Indication OFF No ...

15 ControlAir 15 OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROLS 0011 NEW! AIR SENTRY™ AIR QUALITY SENSOR LOCATION: Kitchen, basement, work place (connect 1/unit only). • Digital Air Quality Monitor.• Status light indicates fan speed.• Increases ventilation to remove odours and contaminants. • Among gases detected are cig...

16 Some models have a built-in dehumidistat (anoptional remote wall mount dehumidistat can bei n s t a l l e d , s e e O p t i o n a l R e m o t e C o n t r o l s ) , t o c o n t r o l h a r m f u l , e x c e s s h u m i d i t y d u r i n g t h e heating season . The dehumidistat operates in % of RH...

17 95 MAX Port Specifications The 95 Max Heat Recovery Ventilator (HRV) has beendesigned to allow the installer to choose between twop o s s i b l e p o s i t i o n s o n t h e c a b i n e t f o r t h e I N D O O REXHAUST (return from building) port. Illustrations in thismanual show standard (side m...

18 INSTALLATION Location The HRV/ERV must be located in a heated space where it willbe possible to conveniently service the unit. Typically theHRV/ERV would be located in the mechanical room or anarea close to the outside wall where the weatherhoods will bemounted. If a basement area is not convenie...

INSTALLING AIR DUCTS A well designed and installed ducting system will allow theHRV/ERV to operate at its maximum efficiency. Always try to keep duct runs as short and straight as possible.See Installation Diagrams for various installation options. Outside Weatherhoods The fixed covered hoods have a...

20 SUPPLY AIR DUCTING In homes without a forced air furnace, fresh air should be s u p p l i e d t o a l l b e d r o o m s a n d l i v i n g a r e a s , e x c l u d i n g bathrooms, kitchen and utility areas. It should be suppliedfrom high wall or ceiling locations. Grilles that diffuse the air comf...

21 DIRECT CONNECTION of the SUPPLY AIR STREAM to the FURNACE COLD AIR RETURN (Stale air drawn from key areas of home) Forced Air Furnace Outdoors *Unit is normally balanced on HIGH speed with furnace blower ON. EXHAUST AIR from various parts of home.i.e. bathrooms (if required), kitchens (if require...

22 Simplified Installation Option 1 (Return/Return Method) Note: Option 1 is the preferred / recommended method when doing a simplified installation. Example diagram only - duct configuration may change depending on model *Unit is normally balanced on HIGH speed with furnace blower ON. RETURN AIR DI...

23 Simplified Installation Option 2 (Supply/Return Method) RETURN AIR DIRECT CONNECTION of both the HRV/ERV SUPPLY AIR STREAM and EXHAUST AIR STREAM to the FURNACE COLD AIR RETURN & SUPPLY AIR SIDE Outdoors Cool Air Return NOTES: 1. Furnace blower may be required to operate when ventilation from...

24 Fully Dedicated System Example diagram only - duct configuration may change depending on model Please Note: It is the responsibility of the installer to ensure all ductwork is sized and installed as designed to ensure the system will perform as intended. All air movement devices have a performanc...

25 It is necessary to have balanced air flows in an HRV/ERV. The volumeof air brought in from the outside must equal the volume of air exhaustedby the unit. If the air flows are not properly balanced, then; • The HRV/ERV may not operate at its maximum efficiency • A negative or positive air pressure...

26 Push and turn with slotted screwdriver. Damper automatically locks when pressure is released. When connecting ductwork to the collar, take note wherescrews are located. Screws should be located no further than 1/2” from outside edge of collar, so as not to impede operation of the damper. 1/2” Har...

27 1. Inspect Exterior Hoods at least once a month. Make sure exhaust and fresh air supply hoods are notblocked or restricted by leaves, grass, or snow. In winter, itis especially important to make sure snow is not blockingthe hoods or that frost has not built up on the wire mesh(bird screen). WARNI...

28 1. Inspect Exterior Hoods at least once a month Make sure exhaust and fresh air supply hoods are not blocked up or restricted by leaves, grass, or dirt. WARNING: Blockage of hoods may cause an imbalance. 2. Clean Air Filters Four Times a Year The standard filters equipped with your ERV are remova...

TROUBLESHOOTING YOUR HRV/ERV SYSTEM SYMPTOM CAUSE SOLUTION Poor Air Flows Supply air feels cold Dehumidistat is not Operating Humidity Levels are too High Condensation is appearing on the windows Humidity Levels are too Low HRV/ERV and / or Ducts Frosting up Condensation or Ice Build Up in Insulated...

30 Technical Bulletin When using the ControlAir 15 relay contacts to initiate blower operation on afurnace, certain thermostats will initiate the outdoor cooling condenser when R and G are closed. Use this wiring configuration to stop the ControlAir15 relay contacts from initializingthe condenser un...

31 FAN MOTOR GRN T12 T13 CAPACITOR WHITE BLK RED WHITE ORG YEL DIRECT MOUNTED CAPACITOR T9 T10 T11 T12 T13 T14 T5 T4 T3 GROUND DOOR SWITCH WHITE BLACK HIGH VOLTAGE 12V LOW VOLTAGE FIELD INSTALLED LEGEND 12V LOW VOLTAGE GRN Note:If any of the originalwire as supplied withthe unit must be replaced,use...