USER MANUAL

Heat (energy) recovery

ventilation unit

Frigate HRV 120 SR

Frigate ERV 120 SR

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CONTENTS

Safety requirements .................................................................................................. 3

Introduction ................................................................................................................. 5

Use ................................................................................................................................... 5

Included in the box .................................................................................................... 5

Designation key .......................................................................................................... 5

Technical data ............................................................................................................. 6

Design and operation ............................................................................................... 7

Mounting and installation guidelines ................................................................ 8

Condensate Drainage ............................................................................................... 8

Connection to power supply ................................................................................. 9

Unit Control System .................................................................................................. 10

Maintenance ................................................................................................................ 14

Troubleshooting ......................................................................................................... 16

Storage and transportation .................................................................................... 17

Warranty ........................................................................................................................ 17

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SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

• During installation and operation, observe all codes and safety standards for your locale.• Safe grounding must be provided!• Check the unit for possible damages prior to connecting it to power supply. Make sure the unit does• not contain any foreign objects inside the case.• Electrical connections should only be done by a qualified electrician.

Symbol legend:

WARNING!

DO NOT!

UNIT MOUNTING AND OPERATION SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Disconnect the unit from power

supply prior to any installation

operations.

The unit must be grounded!

Do not operate the unit outside

the temperature range stated in

the user's manual. Do not operate

the unit in aggressive or explosive

environments.

Do not use damaged equipment

or cables when connecting the

unit to power supply.

While installing the unit follow

the safety regulations specific to

the use of electric tools.

Unpack the unit with care.

Do not change the power cable

length at your own discretion.

Do not bend the power cable.

Avoid damaging the power

cable. Do not put any foreign

objects on the power cable.

Do not lay the power cable of

the unit in close proximity to

heating equipment.

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Do not touch the unit controls

with wet hands. Do not carry out

the installation and maintenance

operations with wet hands.

Use the unit only for its intended

purpose. Do not connect clothes

dryers or similar equipment to

the ventilation system.

Do not wash the unit with water.

Protect the electric parts of the

unit against ingress of water.

Do not sit on the unit and avoid

placing objects on it.

Do not store any explosive or

highly flammable substances in

close proximity to the unit. OFF

ONDisconnect the unit from power

supply prior to any technical

maintenance.

Do not allow children to operate

the unit.

Avoid damaging the power

cable. Do not put any foreign

objects on the power cable.

Do not sit on the unit and avoid

placing foreign

objects on it.

Do not open the unit during

operation.

When the unit generates

unusual sounds, odor or emits

smoke disconnect it from power

supply and contact the Seller.

In case of continuous operation

of the unit periodically check the

security of mounting.

Do not block the air duct when

the unit is switched on.

Do not direct the air flow

produced by the unit towards

open flame or ignition sources.

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INTRODUCTION

This manual will provide you with installation, operation, service instructions as well as technical data of the heat (energy) recovery ventilation unit Frigate HRV (ERV) 120 SR, hereinafter the unit.

USE

The unit is used for whole-house mechanical ventilation of cottages, offices, hotels, cafes, conference halls and other residential and public premises.

INCLUDED IN THE BOX

One ventilation unit One user manual One packing box

DESIGNATION KEY

Frigate HRV 120 SRUnit type

HRV: Heat recovery ventilation ERV: Energy recovery ventilation

Air capacity [CFM]

Spigot orientation

S: suspended mounting R: recirculation damper

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TECHNICAL DATA

The unit is designed for indoor installation and operation at the ambient air temperature ranging from +34 °F (+1 °C) up to +122 °F (50 °C) and RH max. 80 %.

Ingress Protection rating: • IP44 for the unit motors;• IP 22 for the assembled unit connected to air ducts. The product design is periodically updated. Your unit

may slightly diff er from the model described here.

Frigate HRV 120 SR Frigate ERV 120 SR

RPM, min-1 2885Noise level, 9Ft (3 m), (Sones) 2

Max. transported air temperature, °F (°C) -22 up to +140 (-30 up to +60)

Housing material AluzincInsulation, '' (mm) 1C (25 mm) rockwool

Extract fi lter MERV 8 (G4)Supply fi lter MERV 8 (G4)

Connected air duct diameter, '' (mm) 5 (125)

Weight, lbs. (kg) 44 (20)

Heat recovery core type Counterfl ow

Heat recovery core material Polystyrene Polymer membrane

OVERALL AND CONNECTION DIMENSIONS

31 1/8"

26 9/16"

23 1

/4"

9 13/16"

Ø 5"BACKDRAFT DAMPER

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DESIGN AND OPERATION

DRAIN PAN

RECIRCULATION DAMPER

HEAT RECOVERY CORE

EXTRACT FILTER

BACKDRAFT DAMPER

EXHAUST FAN SUPPLY FAN

CONTROL PANEL

SUPPLY FILTER

FRESH COLD

AIR FROM OUTSIDE

UTILIZED

EXHAUST AIR

STALE AND WARM

AIR FROM ROOM

AIR SUPPLIED TO ROOM

DRAIN PIPE

MOUNTING AND INSTALLATION GUIDELINES

THE UNIT MUST BE INSTALLED AND CONNECTED ONLY BY PROPERLY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL

POSSESSING REQUIRED TOOLS AND MATERIALS AFTER APPROPRIATE BRIEFING.

Be sure to provide suffi cient service access while installing the unit. Fix the unit to the ceiling by means of the belts to be rigidly fi xed to a horizontal plane or by means of the threaded rodsand expansion anchors to be inserted in the ceiling.

min

100

mm

Belts, threaded rods and expansion anchors are not included in the delivery package.

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1.

2. 3.

CONDENSATE DRAINAGE

HRV 120 SR must be connected to sewage system. Connect the drain pipe, the U-trap (not included) and the sewage system with metal, plastic or rubber hoses with the minimum hose slope angle 3°.

Fill the system with water prior to connecting the unit to power supply and make sure the U-trap is always fi lled with water. Check the drain system for correct operation and unhampered drainage to prevent condensed water accumulation and overfl ow.

The unit is designed for indoor installation and operation at the temperatures above 32 °F (0 °C). If the expected ambient temperatures are below 32 °F (0 °C), the drain system must be heat-insulated and frost protected.

DO NOT CONNECT SEVERAL DRAIN PIPES FROM SEVERAL UNITS TO ONE U-TRAP!

DIRECT CONDENSATE DRAINAGE OUTSIDE WITHOUT CONNECTION TO SEWAGE SYSTEM IS NOT

ALLOWED.

U-TRAP

min 3 °

HOSE

DRAIN PIPE

PIPE SEWAGE

CONNECTION TO POWER SUPPLY

DISCONNECT THE UNIT FROM POWER SUPPLY PRIOR TO ANY ELECTRIC INSTALLATION

OPERATIONS. ELECTRICAL WIRING SHALL ONLY BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.

THE NOMINAL ELECTRIC PARAMETERS ARE SHOWN ON THE NAME PLATE.

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WARRANTY WILL NOT COVER EQUIPMENT DAMAGE OR FAILURE THAT IS CAUSED BY IMPROPER

INSTALLATION.

The unit is rated for connection to single-phase ac 120 V/ 60 Hz power supply source.The unit is equipped with a power cable and a plug and can be connected to any standard grounded outlet. The power cable is

pre-wired to the terminal by default. The unit must be connected to power supply via the external automatic circuit breaker with magnetic trip integrated into the

fi xed wiring system. The trip current of the automatic circuit breaker must be not below the rated current consumption (minimum 3 A).

Mounting place of the circuit breaker must ensure suffi cient access for emergency shutdown of the unit. The cutout fuse is used for overload protection in case of an overload or a short circuit. To replace the cutout fuse disconnect

the unit from power supply source, troubleshoot an overload or a short circuit and then replace the cutout fuse. Check the unit for operation.

WIRING DIAGRAM

exhaust fan

871 10

29C

128

M1

(L)

27M

1(C

)26

M1

(N)

C1

30 3332312221 23

blac

kbr

own

blue

Y/G PE

M2

(L)

M2

(C)

M2

(N)

13

25C

224

C2

34 35 36

9 11 126 14 15 16 172 3 4 5

~120 V, 60 Hz

PE

Green

~120V

~12V ~12V

GND1

2V;24

V

L120

VAC

N12

0VAC

12V

AC

24V

AC

LN SW1

SW1

SW11

2

3

201918

SW2

Low

Stanby

Med

24V

AC

LOW

MED

Rb Ud

1U

d2

GN

DV

cc Vcc Ut

GN

D

3

12

OUTA GND

temperature sensorwhite

brown

EA2/

ZEA

1EA

2/O

N

blac

kw

hite

1011

12

whi

tebr

own

10

1211

blac

kbr

own

blue

3132 34

TR1

supply fan

blac

kbr

own

blue

Y/G PE

blac

kbr

own

blue

control board A1

BH16

37-5

2

0-16

BH16

external connectionsinterface A2

1234

5678

9101

1121

3141

516

red

blackyellow

SW3

1 2 3

SW4

1 2 3

34 32 31

black

M1M2

M3

C2 C1 C3

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UNIT CONTROL

Operation modes of the unit:

• Permanent operation or standby mode;• High-speed ventilation mode.

The unit is controlled using a three-position switch. It enables operation of the unit in the Low Speed Mode, Medium Speed Mode or Standby Mode, thus providing total air quality control.

The unit changes to HIGH speed mode on a signal from external connected control units. The LED2 indicator glows during the unit standstill and active power supply.The LED2 indicator goes down and the LED1 indicator goes on. Enter the Speed Setup Mode to adjust supply and exhaust fan speed. Individual speed adjustment for each fan is possible over

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the range from 25 % up to 100 %.

SPEED CONTROL

STANDBY

LOW MED

Setup and external connection panel

Three-position mode switch

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 910

Exhaust fan speed control button

Supply fan speed control button

Mode button switch

Connection terminals for connection of external controls

Power supply indicator

Operation LED indicator1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 910

Connection of external controls.

Five external controls may be connected to the terminals 2 and 5. The unit changes to high speed mode once the connected control unit is activated.

10%

20%

30%40%

max

OFF

60

50

40

10

20

ON

OFF

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 910

+12VUoutGND

GND VACHIGHMEDLOW

24V AC

HIGH

24V AC

+12Vcom

Thermostat Thermostat Thermostat Thermostat

External controls External controls External controls External controls

Speed controller Speed controller Speed controller Speed controller

0-10 V 0-10 V 0-10 V 0-10 V

Fire alarm panel Fire alarm panel Fire alarm panel Fire alarm panel

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 910

External controls compatible with the unit:

1. Remote control panel (thermostat).

Remote control panel (thermostat) functions: • Turning the unit on/off • Speed control• Displaying room temperature• Programming scheduled operation

2. CO2 sensor.

Recommended for use in offi ce buildings and public premises. When carbon dioxide concentration exceeds the set point, the unit changes to the High Speed Mode.

3. Humidistat.

The humidistat is used for indoor humidity control. When indoor humidity increases above the set point, the unit switches to the High Speed Mode and runs with the high speed until the humidity falls down below the set point. The humidity set point is adjustable.

4. Mechanical.

In case of the timer activation the unit changes into the High Speed Mode.

5. Switch.

As the switch is turned ON the unit changes into the High Speed Mode and reverts to the permanent Low Speed Mode when the switch in turned OFF.

6. Speed controller 0-10 V.

Connect the speed controller to the external terminals 6, 7 and 8. The speed controller enables smooth fan speed control and speed setting. The fan speed is directly proportional to the control voltage in the range of 20% up to 100%.

The control signal from the speed controller has the priority over all other controls, expect for the fi re control alarm panel.

7. Fire control alarm panel.

Connect the fi re control alarm panel to the external terminals 9 and 10. Once the dry contacts are closed the unit has an emergency shutdown.

8. External control.

The terminals 35 and 36 for external equipment are located on the control panel. The terminals are connected to the contacts that are closed during the unit activation and are closed during its deactivation.

This way the enabling signal for activation of the fan coil, the compressor and condensing unit, the electric actuator of the external

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air damper or any other compatible climatic equipment is sent.

Control signal parameters: • maximum current 1A;• maximum voltage 250 V.

Access to the control circuit board and connection of the external control equipment:

• unscrew the front part of the control panel;• remove the cover;• connect the external control unit to the control board;• assemble the control panel in the reverse order.

32 33 34 35 36

1. 2.

3.External External External External

control control control control

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SPEED CONTROL

1. Set the speed switch in STANDBY position. LED2 glows. 2. Enter the setup mode for exhaust and supply fan by pressing the MODE button quickly.

Speed Times required to press MODE

button Indication of LED1 and LED2 during mode activation

LOW 4 four-time synchronous blinking

MED 5 fi ve-time synchronous blinking

HIGH 6 six-time synchronous blinking

3. Adjust the fan speed using the EXHAUST and FRESH speed controllers.4. Save the settings by pressing and holding MODE button, till the LED1 and LED2 indicators go out. To leave the speed setup mode without editing press shortly the MODE button. Example: adjust the MED speed.

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Press the MODE button three times.LED1 and LED2 indicators start blinking three times as you enter the setup mode.Adjust the exhaust and supply fan speed. Press and hold the MODE button. After that the LED1 and LED2 indicators light up and the speed setting is saved.

DEFROSTING MODE.

The defrosting mode is used for freeze protection of the heat recovery core. The freeze protection mode is activated by default and may not be deactivated. There are two ways to activate the defrosting

mode by pressing the MODE button: • In recirculation mode the the supply operates with the maximum speed, the exhaust fan is off and the recirculation damper is

open. • In ventilation mode without recirculation the exhaust fan operates with maximum speed, the supply fan is off and the

recirculation damper is open.

RecirculationRecirculationRecirculationRecirculationNo recirculation (air exhaust only)No recirculation (air exhaust only)No recirculation (air exhaust only)No recirculation (air exhaust only)

ON OFF

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TD

OO

R

IND

OO

R

OFF ON

OU

TD

OO

R

IND

OO

R

MAINTENANCE

DISCONNECT THE UNIT FROM POWER SUPPLY BEFORE ANY MAINTENANCE

OPERATIONS!

Regular maintenance should be performed every 3 months as follows:

1. Filter maintenance.

Dirty filters increase air resistance and reduce supplied air volume to the room. Clean the filters as often as required, but at least 3-4 times per year. Clean the filter with a vacuum cleaner. Replace the filter after the second cleaning. For new filters, contact the product Seller.

2. Heat recovery core maintenance (once per year).

The regular filter maintenance may not completely prevent dust ingress into the heat recovery core. The heat recovery core must be regularly cleaned to maintain high heat recovery efficiency. Remove the heat recovery core from the unit and wash it with soap

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water solution. Let the heat recovery core dry out and re-install it into the unit.

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3b.

4b.

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3. Fan maintenance (once per year).

Regular filter and heat recovery core maintenance may not completely prevent dust ingress into the unit fans. Clogged filter reduce supplied air volume to the room.

Clean the fans with a soft cloth or a brush. No water and abrasive detergent, sharp objects or solvents are allowed for cleaning to prevent the impeller damage.

4. Drain line maintenance (once per year).

The drain line may get clogged by extracted particles. Check the drain line functioning by filling the drain pan with water and clean the drain line if required.

5. Air ductworks maintenance (once in 5 years).

If degraded performance is still noticeable after following all maintenance guidelines it isrecommended that the ductwork be checked and cleaned if necessary.

6. Inspection of exhaust louver shutters and supply diffusers (as required).

Remove the disc valves and the louver shutters and wash those with warm detergent solution. Do not change the positions of the disc valves and the louver shutters.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Trouble Probable reason Remedy

The fan is not started. No power supply.

Have a qualifi ed electrician check for connections and troubleshoot a connection error if required.

Motor jam, contaminated impeller blades. Turn the unit off . Troubleshoot the motor jamming. Clean the blades. Restart the unit.

The unit is not started, the 1-E01 and І.E02 LED lights

glow. Temperature sensor break or short circuit. Have a qualifi ed electrician check.

Circuit breaker tripping during starting the unit.

Overcurrent as a result of short circuit in the electric circuit.

Turn the unit off . Have a qualifi ed electrician check.

Low air fl ow.

Contaminated extract fi lter. Set a higher speed.

Dirty fi lters, impellers, heat recovery core. Clean or replace the fi lters. Clean the fans and the heat recovery core.

Clean or replace the ventilation system components, such as air ducts, diff users, louver shutters, grilles.

Clean or replace the air ducts, diff users, louver shutters, grilles.

Air dampers, air disc valves or louver shutters are closed.

Make sure the air dampers, disc valves or the louver shutters are opened.

Noise, vibration

Dirty impeller. Clean the fan impeller.

Loose screw connection. Tighten the screws connections against stop.

No anti vibration mounts are installed. Install vibration absorbing mounts (not included on the delivery package).

Water leakage. Object stuck in the drain line, damaged or wrong mounted drain line.

Clean the drain line if required. Check the drain slope, U-trap and matching the temperature conditions.

STORAGE AND TRANSPORTATION

There exist a risk of injury when lifting and installing the unit. Get a mounting assistant and wear eye protection.Keep the unit a dry, weather protected premise in the manufacturer’s original packing box in a clean environment.Protect the unit against possible harmful environmental impact until it is finally mounted. We do not recommend storing of the unit

longer than one year.Keep the duly temperature and humidity conditions in the stock environment.Keep the unit in an premise with the room temperature for at least 2 hours before connecting it to power supply.

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MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY

Production meets standard operating requirements in the USA and Canada.VENTS US warrants to the original purchaser of the Frigate HRV 120 SR / Frigate ERV 120 SR unit that it will be free from defects in materials or workmanship for a period of 60 months from the date of original purchase. The VENTS US warrants to the original purchaser of the HRV 120 SR / Frigate ERV 120 SR unit that the integrated control unit will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 24 months from the date of original purchase. THERE ARE NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. During the stated warranty period, VENTS US will, at its option, repair or replace, without charge, any product or part which is found to be defective under normal use and service. This warranty does not cover (a) normal maintenance and normal service or (b) any products or parts which have been subject to misuse, negligence, accident, improper maintenance or repair (other than by VENTS US), faulty installation or negligence, accident, improper maintenance or repair (other than by VENTS US), faulty installation or installation contrary to recommended installation instructions. Labor to remove and replace products is not covered. The duration of any implied warranty is limited to the time period specified for the express warranty. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you. VENTS US OBLIGATION TO REPAIR OR REPLACE, AT VENTS US OPTION, SHALL BE THE PURCHASER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS WARRANTY. VENTS US SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH PRODUCT USE OR PERFORMANCE. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitations of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. This warranty supersedes all prior warranties. If proof of sales date is absent, warranty period is calculated from the production date.

The unit can be exchanged at the following address:Bodor Vents, LLC DBA: VENTS-US11013 Kenwood Road Cincinnati, Ohio 45242Phone: (513)348-3853e-mail: sales@ventsus.comPlease follow guidelines in this manual for product problem-free operation.

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