Broan HRV160 User manual

USER GUIDE

22643 rev. 01

VB0194

MODELS ERV140 ECM*, HRV160 ECM*

AND HRV160

READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

INSTALLER: LEAVE THIS MANUAL WITH HOMEOWNER

*These products earned the ENERGY STAR®

by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines

set by Natural Resources Canada and the US

EPA.They meet ENERGY STAR requirements

only when used in Canada.

Congratulations!

You have made an excellent choice! The operating principle of your Heat Recovery Ventilator

or your Energy Recovery Ventilator will give you personal comfort you have never known

before.

We have prepared this User Guide especially for you. Please read it carefully to ensure you

obtain full benefit from your unit. Over the coming months, you will increasingly appreciate the

feeling of living in a more comfortable house.

Please take note that this manual uses the following symbols to emphasize particular

information:

WARNING

Identifies an instruction which, if not followed, might cause serious

personal injuries including possibility of death.

CAUTION

Identifies an instruction which, if not followed, may severely damage the

unit and/or its components.

CAUTION

Make sure at all times that the outside intake and exhaust hoods are free

from any snow during the winter season. It is important to check your unit

during a big snow storm, so it doesn’t draw in any snow. If this is the case,

please operate the unit in recirculation mode, or turn it OFF for a few hours.

Do not use your unit during construction or renovation of your house or

when sanding drywall.This type of dust may damage your system.

Since the electronic control system of the unit is incorporated with a

microprocessor, it may not operate correctly because of external noise

or very short power failure. If this happens, unplug the unit and wait

approximately 10 seconds. Then, plug the unit in again.

NOTE: Indicates supplementary information needed to fully complete an instruction.

We welcome any suggestions you may have concerning this guide and/or the unit, or ways to

better serve you. Please forward all correspondence at the address below:

Broan-NuTone LLC

Indoor Air Quality Mkt.

926 W. State St.,

Hartford, WI 53027

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. DEFROSTING MODE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

2. CONTROLS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5

2.1 BOOTING SEQUENCES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

2.2 INTEGRATED CONTROL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

2.3 OPTIONAL MAIN AND AUXILIARY CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

3. MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7

3.1 QUARTERLY MAINTENANCE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

3.2 ANNUAL MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7

4.TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-10

REPLACEMENT PARTS AND REPAIR

In order to ensure your ventilation unit remains in good working condition, you must

use Broan-NuTone LLC genuine replacement parts only. The Broan-NuTone LLC

genuine replacement parts are specially designed for each unit and are manufactured

to comply with all the applicable certification standards and maintain a high standard

of safety. Any third party replacement part used may cause serious damage and

drastically reduce the performance level of your unit, which will result in premature failing.

Broan-NuTone LLC also recommends to contact a Broan-NuTone LLC certified service

depot for all replacement parts and repairs.

1. DEFROSTING MODE

When the outdoor temperature is below 23°F, recovery of heat in HRV units creates

frost in the core. For ERV units, when the outdoor temperature is below 14°F,

recovery of energy creates frost in the core.

To maintain its proper operation, the unit is programmed to defrost the recovery core. The

defrost frequency varies according to the outdoor temperature.

During the defrost cycle, the unit shifts to maximum speed and the dampers close.

After defrosting, the unit returns to the operating mode selected by the user.

2. CONTROLS

2.1 BOOTING SEQUENCES

HRV160 ECM AND ERV 140 ECM UNITS ONLY

The unit booting sequence is similar to a personal computer booting sequence.

Each time the unit is plugged after being unplugged, or a power failure occurs, the unit will

perform a 30-second booting sequence before starting to operate.

During the booting sequence, the integrated control LED will light AMBER for 10 seconds.

After that, the LED will light RED for the rest of the booting sequence. During this RED light

phase, the unit is checking and resetting the motorized damper position.

Once the motorized damper position completely set, the RED light turns off and the booting

sequence is done.

NOTE: No command will be taken until the unit is fully booted.

HRV160 UNIT ONLY

The unit booting sequence is similar to a personal computer booting sequence.

Each time the unit is plugged after being unplugged, or a power failure occurs, the unit will

perform a 30-second booting sequence before starting to operate.

During the booting sequence, the integrated control LED will light GREEN (unit set in

normal defrost) or AMBER (unit set in extended defrost) for 3 seconds, and then will shut

off for 2 seconds. After that, the LED will light RED for the rest of the booting sequence.

During this RED light phase, the unit is checking and resetting the motorized damper

position.Once the motorized damper position completely set, the RED light turns off and

the booting sequence is done.

NOTE: No command will be taken until the unit is fully booted.

2. CONTROLS (CONT’D)

All units are equipped with an integrated control, located under the unit, on the recessed side

of electrical compartment. Plug the unit.Use the push button (1) to control the unit.The LED (2)

will then show on which mode the unit is in.

2.2 INTEGRATED CONTROL

VD0207

BOTTOM OF THE UNIT

Refer to table below.

LED COLOR RESULTS

AMBER UNIT IS ON LOW SPEED

GREEN UNIT IS ON HIGH SPEED

NO LIGHT UNIT IS OFF OR CONTROLLED BY AMAIN CONTROL

If a problem occurs during the unit operation, its integrated control LED (2) will blink.The color

of the blinking light depends on the type of error detected. Refer to Section 4 Troubleshooting

on last page for further details.

NOTE: When using main control, the integrated control must be turned off.

2.3 OPTIONAL MAIN AND AUXILIARY CONTROLS

For more convenience, these units can also be controlled using an optional main control.

Only one main control can be connected per unit.

NOTES: 1. The integrated control must be turned OFF to use an optional main control.

2. If an optional auxiliary control is used, its activation will override the main

control operation.

For more information about your unit controls, refer to the Main and auxiliary wall controls

user guide (included with your unit and also available at www.broan.com).

3. MAINTENANCE

VD0210

1) ERV or HRV core 2) Core filters

Refer to illustration at right to identify the inner parts of

your unit.

Risk of electric shock. Before performing any maintenance or servicing,

always disconnect the unit from its power source. When cleaning the unit,

it is recommended to wear safety glasses and gloves.

WARNING

3.1 QUARTERLY MAINTENANCE

1. Turn the unit off and unplug the unit.

2. Remove the unit door by

following these steps:

ARemove both door

lower mechanical

screws 8-32 x 1 (1 ) and set

aside.

BOpen (2) and lift out the

door (3).

3. Slide out both filters from the top of the recovery core.

4. Wash both core filters under lukewarm water with mild soap. Rinse thoroughly and let

dry completely before reinstalling on the core.

5. Slide the cleaned filters into the unit.

NOTE: The mesh side of filters must be on bottom (rests on core surface).

6. Reinstall the door. Secure it with both mechanical screws 8-32 x 1” previously removed,

plug back the unit and turn it on.

NOTE: The unit will return to its previous setting after a 30-second delay for

booting sequence.

VO0149

3.2 ANNUAL MAINTENANCE

Perform steps 1 and 2 of the Quarterly Maintenance (Section 3.1), then continue with the

following steps on next page.

3. MAINTENANCE (CONT’D)

7. Slide the cleaned core into the unit.

8. Slide the cleaned filters into the unit.

NOTE: The mesh side of filters must be on

bottom(rests on core surface).

9. Reinstall the door. Secure it with both mechanical

screws 8-32 x 1” previously removed.

10. Clean the exterior hoods, plug back the unit and

turn it on.

NOTE: The unit will return to its previous setting after a 30-second delay for booting

sequence.

3.2 ANNUAL MAINTENANCE (CONT’D)

CAUTION

Make sure to align proper symbol on the

core (circle or square) with the one on the

unit.

VD0209

Heat Recovery Core Cleaning Energy Recovery Core Cleaning

Allow the recovery core to soak for 3 hours

in a solution of warm water and mild soap

(liquid soap).

Rinse lightly, let dry and reinstall.

Remove the dust on the core using

a vacuum cleaner and a soft brush

attachment.

CAUTION

Do not soak the energy recovery core in water. This core can easely be

damaged especially if it is soaked.

6. Clean the core (refer to table below).

3. Slide out both filters (3) and recovery

core (4) from the unit.

4. Clean the inside walls of the unit with

a damp cloth, then wipe with a clean

dry one.

5. Wash both core filters under

lukewarm water with mild soap. Rinse

thoroughly and let dry completely

before reinstalling on the core.

VD0208

4.TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEMS TRY THIS

1. Nothing works.• See if the unit is plugged in.

• See if the unit is receiving power from the

house circuit breaker or fuse.

2. Condensation on windows

(air too humid).

• Operate the unit on maximum speed ventilation

until the situation is corrected.

• Leave curtains half-open to allow air circulation.

• Store all firewood in a closed room with a

dehumidifier or in a well ventilated room, or store

the wood outdoors.

• Do not adjust the thermostat of your heating

system below 64°F.

3. Inside air too dry. • Temporarily use a humidifier.

• Operate the unit in recirculation mode (if available).

4. Air too cold at the air supply

grille.

• Check if the exterior hood is not blocked.

• Operate the unit in low speed ventilation, in

intermittent or in recirculation mode (if

available).

• Install a duct heater.

5. The LED of the integrated control

is blinking RED.

a) HRV160 ECM and ERV140 ECM only:

There is a problem with one of the motors.

The unit is OFF. Contact your installer.

b) HRV160: There is a problem with the exhaust

motor. The unit is OFF. Contact your installer.

6. The LED of the integrated control

is blinking GREEN.

• There is a problem with the thermistor. The

unit is still working, but will defrost frequently.

Contact your installer.

7. The LED of the integrated control

is blinking AMBER.

• There is a problem with the motorized damper.

The unit is OFF. For a 2½-hour period, the unit

will try to reset the damper at every 30 minutes.

After 2½ hours, if the problem is not solved, the

unit stops trying to reset damper.

Contact your installer.

8. The integrated control push

button does not work.

• The 30-second boot sequence is not

completed. See point 2.1 on page 4.

If the problem is still not solved, call your installer or the nearest approved Service Center.

Also, you can reach the Customer Service Department at the following phone number:

1-877-862-7626.

If the unit does not work properly, reset the unit by unplugging it for one minute and

then replug it. If it still not working properly, refer to table below. First make sure that

the integrated control is set to OFF (no LED lit).

For wall controls problems, refer to the Troubleshooting section in the Main and auxiliary wall

controls user guide (included with the ventilation unit and also available at www.broan.com).

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VB0194

MODELOS ERV140 ECM*, HRV160 ECM*

YHRV160

LEA Y CONSERVE ESTAS INSTRUCCIONES

INSTALADOR: ENTREGUE ESTE MANUAL AL CLIENTE

*Estos productos han sido distinguidos con el logotipo ENERGY STAR®

al cumplir las directrices de eficiencia energética establecidas por el

Ministerio de Recursos Naturales de Canadá y la Agencia Federal de

Protección Ambiental (EPA) de Estados Unidos. Los productos cumplen

las exigencias del programa ENERGY STAR únicamente cuando se

emplean en Canadá.

22643 rev. 01

¡Felicitaciones!

Ha tomado una excelente decisión. El principio de funcionamiento del ventilador para la

recuperación del calor y del ventilador para la recuperación de energía le brindará un confort

personal desconocido.

Este manual del usuario ha sido preparado especialmente para usted. Léalo atentamente

para sacar el máximo partido del aparato. En los próximos meses agradecerá cada vez más

la sensación de llegar a una casa más confortable.

Con el fin de hacer hincapié en determinada información, en este manual se emplean los

siguientes símbolos:

ADVERTENCIA

Se refiere a una instrucción que, de no seguirse, podría causar daños

corporales e incluso la muerte.

PRECAUCIÓN

Se refiere a una instrucción que, de no seguirse, podría dañar gravemente

el aparato o sus componentes.

PRECAUCIÓN

Compruebe siempre que la toma exterior y las bocas de aspiración estén

libres de nieve en invierno. Es importante verificar el aparato en caso de

fuerte nevada para que no quede hundido en la nieve. Si esto ocurriera,

utilice el aparato en el modo de recirculación o apáguelo durante unas

horas.

No utilice el aparato cuando haya obras de construcción o renovación en

su casa o cuando se estén lijando paneles murales de yeso. Este tipo de

polvo puede dañar el sistema.

Dado que el sistema de control electrónico del aparato lleva un

microprocesador, el aparato podría no funcionar correctamente

debido al ruido externo o a una breve interrupción de la alimentación

eléctrica. Si esto ocurriera, desenchufe el aparato, espere unos

10 segundos y vuélvalo a enchufar.

NOTA: Indica una información complementaria que es necesaria para completar totalmente

una instrucción.

Si lo desea, puede enviarnos cualquier sugerencia acerca de este manual o del producto, o

bien puede indicarnos cómo cree que podemos prestarle un mejor servicio. Por favor, remita

su correspondencia a la dirección siguiente:

Broan-NuTone LLC

Indoor Air Quality Mkt.

926 W. State St.,

Hartford, WI 53027

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