Humidex HCS-APT-HDEX, Installation & Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...midex HCS Rev 2 2 En Installation Owner s Manual English This Manual Covers the Following Models HCS APT HDEX HCS APTHC HDEX Manufactured by ClairiTech Innovations Inc 1095 Ohio Rd Boudreau Ouest NB Canada E4P 6N4 ...

Page 2: ...6 IDEAL INSTALLATION LOCATION 6 SELECTING THE DUCT LOCATION 6 PREPARING THE LOCATION FOR INSTALLATION 7 MOUNTING AND INSTALLING THE UNIT 8 STEPS FOR THE HCS APTHC ONLY 10 ATTACHING THE FLEX AND OUTSIDE VENT 11 Unit Operations 12 THE FIRST TIME THE UNIT RUNS 12 MAINTAINING YOUR HCS 12 What is the dew point 13 NEW INSTALLATIONS IN THE SUMMER 13 Most Common Issues 14 MOLD MILDEW AND MUSTY SMELL 14 Sp...

Page 3: ...s please record below the model and serial number located on the side of the unit Product Name Model Date of Manufacturing Date of Purchase Serial Dealer Name If Any Please Note the above information before contacting us IMPORTANT To properly validate your warranty you must fill out and return the warranty card as soon as possible If your unit is not registered a proof of purchase will be necessar...

Page 4: ...yond the time period described herein on behalf of ClairiTech Innovations Inc The warranties described herein shall be the sole and exclusive warranties granted by ClairiTech and shall be the sole and exclusive remedy available to the purchaser Correction of defects in the manner and for the period of time described herein shall constitute complete fulfillment of all liabilities and responsibiliti...

Page 5: ...erblock or brick installation use a hammer drill with chiseling ability x 16 long and a chisel bit 1 thick Key Installation Facts 1 Unit must be installed at floor level on outside wall 2 Unit should be installed as far away as possible from the source of replenishment air Hallways doors etc 3 Outside duct must be no less than 6 and dedicated for the HCS APT or HCS APTHC Unit only 4 Location must ...

Page 6: ...lding As the pressure inside the building gets lower than the barometric pressure outside the smoke and gases from any combustion appliance oil furnace gas wood stove fireplace etc may be drawn into the building rather than go out the chimney This problem is usually curable by introducing make up air inside the building A fresh air kit Air Supply Ventilator is available from your Humidex dealer to...

Page 7: ...e building exterior Ideal installation location To determine the best location examine the dwelling for an outside wall where you could install the HCS APT or HCS APTHC This location should be as far as possible from sources of replenishment air such as windows hallways and doors Try to find a location where no electrical wires or pipes are present inside the wall The unit has to be installed on a...

Page 8: ...nd the pilot hole Now using a hole saw with the pilot hole as a guide drill a 6 hole Brick or Concrete Wall There are two ways of going through brick or concrete The first method consists of using a hammer drill Make holes approximately 5 8 with the hammer drill 1 apart through the brick in a circular shape outlining the 6 hole Finish cutting the outer edge of the hole using a chisel If a hammer d...

Page 9: ...e unit and are holding the Back Piece Separate the Front Aluminum Piece from the back Galvanized piece Place the Unit at its chosen location Now scribe the four holes on the wall where the rubber grommets are installed Remove the machine and drill four 1 4 holes where previously scribed Apply anchors in the holes using a hammer ...

Page 10: ...the wall a few Small 9 16 Screw can be used to affix the flex to the mount NOTE For instructions on permanently connected model APTHC please see Page 10 for Wiring Instructions Please note that this model requires a qualified person for installation Now fasten the unit to the wall using the 4 x 2 screws provided Replace the front of the unit using the 4 Screw Caps with the 4 original screws ...

Page 11: ... from the back plate An electrical fitting needs to be installed With the fitting installed the wire can be inserted inside the unit and connected Note Fitting not included Once the wire has been run through the plate you must connect the wire to the unit matching the colors of the inside wires After the wiring has been completed you can attach the small cover plate to the back plate and return to...

Page 12: ...not twisted by inserting the screws too tight and that the flaps are working properly NOTE If high winds are often present in the location of the vent they may cause a wind noise inside the house If this is the case an anti gust hood AGH 990 is available from your Humidex dealer Now that the system has been mounted the HCS can be plugged into any 115V outlet Note A grounded extension cord with a m...

Page 13: ...em After power outages or whenever the unit is powered down unplugged and powered up again plugged into the wall again the unit reads the last recorded settings and will return to its regular operation mode Note For the unit to function properly and to allow the unit to provide the best energy efficient ventilation and humidity control all windows doors with access to the outdoor and vents to the ...

Page 14: ...hat might produce unhealthy living conditions in your home odors molds etc New Installations in the Summer The late spring and early mid summertime temperature in most basements remains at approximately 59 to 66 F 15 to 19 C whereas the air entering the basement from the upstairs of the house will generally be in the range of 75 to 85 F 24 to 29 C with a relative humidity of 70 to 75 This air will...

Page 15: ...om the upstairs to the downstairs Increase ventilation in remote areas with a portable fan Any exposed pipes and ducts should be insulated Cinder block basement walls should be sealed with plastic vapor barrier or sealant Dirt floor in crawl space or basement should be covered with vapor barrier Sump pump should be equipped with a cover Rainwater from the roof should be directed away from the base...

Page 16: ...X 0 30 34 130 2 000 HCS APTHC HDEX 0 30 34 130 2 000 All Units require a 115 VAC electrical outlet Dimensions Model Height In Width In Depth In HCS APT HDEX 23 9 5 5 5 HCS APTHC HDEX 23 9 5 5 5 A 24 Inch extension section is available if extra height is required Electrical Box Wiring for APTHC Models ...

Page 17: ...considered an unauthorized return the customer will not receive any refunds or credit notes for the product and Clairitech Innovations Inc will not return the product to the customer Damaged products and accessories If you have received damaged items please contact us by phone or email before destroying or discarding the product and or packaging Failure to comply could see your request denied Fees...

Page 18: ...Innovations Inc Customer Service you must send the product to the following address ClairiTech Innovations Inc 1095 ch Ohio Service Rd Boudreau Ouest New Brunswick E4P 6N4 Canada 8 Upon receipt of your authorized and compliant return Clairitech Innovations Inc will issue a credit or refund equal to the purchase price paid less shipping and handling charges restocking charges and applicable taxes s...