MAINTENANCE
CAUTION
MAKE SURE UNIT IS UNPLUGGED BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY MAINTENANCE WORK
The following components should also be inspected regularly and well maintained.
PRACTICAL
TIPS
• To prevent electrical shock,
check that the unit is
unplugged before doing
any
repairs
maintenance.
• A yearly inspection is
recommended to ensure
the efficiency and trouble-
free use of your system.
Run through the system
and verify the different
operating modes.
The motor - The motors
are factory balanced and
lubricated for life. They
require no maintenance.
The unit - The inside of
the unit should be vacu-
umed yearly. Be careful
not to damage any of the
mechanical components
and electrical connec-
tions.
The drain pan and drain
line - Units with drain
lines should have their
line
and
connection
checked regularly.
Outside hoods - The
outside hoods need to be
checked every season to
make sure there are no
leaves or insects block-
ing the airflow.
Check
regularly that there are
no pollutants near the
intake hood. Make sure
they are clear of any
snow accumulation dur-
ing the winter months.
NOTE: Some products may not be exactly as illustrated in Installation, Operation and Maintenance manual.
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FILTERS
The filters (2) need to be
checked and cleaned every
or
three months or when they
appear dirty. Wash in warm
sudsy water (mild detergent)
or use a soft brush vacuum.
The filters should be replaced
when they can no longer be
cleaned properly.
HEAT RECOVERY CORE
The heat recovery core needs to be checked and cleaned every six months. The core can be
cleaned using a mild soap and water. Rinse thoroughly. Handle with care. Hot water and a strong
detergent will damage the heat recovery core. It is recommended to clean the core in the sum-
mer or when the temperature is mild. Never clean the heat recovery core during winter.
Clean Core and Filters Every 3-6 Months.
Unplugged before doing any repairs or mainte-
nance
a) Open access door.
b) Carefully grip ends of core and pull evenly out
ward. Core may be snug, but will slide out of the
channel.
c) Once removed from the cabinet remove filters.
d) Wash core in warm soapy water (do not use
dishwasher).
e) Install the clean filters.
f) Install clean core.
Filters need to be checked regularly
To Install the Clean Core and Filters.
a) First mount the bottom flange of the core guide into the
bottom channel approximately 1/4" (6mm).
b) Mount the left or right side flange of the core guide
approximately 1/4 " (6mm) followed by the other side.
c) Mount the top flange of the core guide into the top
channel approximately 1/4" (6mm).
d) With all four corners in place and the core straight and
even, push hard in the center of the core until the core
stops on the back of the cabinet.