1 General Information
Read all these instructions and warnings fully
before commencing installation.
These installation and operating instructions must
be observed during installation, operation, service
and maintenance. This MVHR unit should only be
installed and repaired by a qualified technician.
Improper repairs may expose users to danger.
Current regulation requires that installation and
operating instructions are accessible at all times
and must be handed to the technician for reference
whenever work is being undertaken. If you move,
please pass the instructions on to the next tenant/
owner. Unpack the MVHR carefully and check for
any visible signs of damage. If any damage is found
contact the supplier. Only use original spares in
order to avoid secondary damage.
Please ensure that all packaging materials are
disposed of properly in accordance with current
environmental requirements.
2 Components and Construction
The MVHR comprises of the following components:
Case
EPP 30mm B1 material
Ducting spigots:
Ø
125mm
Summer Bypass:
Fixed temperature
Winter Defrost:
Fixed temperature
Filters:
F5 Pleated panel type in frame
F5 Filters
fitted as standard
.
Access covers:
EPP 30mm B1 material
Recuperator:
The heat exchanger is made from
fully recyclable PS plastic.
The heat exchanger integrated into the MVHR unit
operates on the counter flow principle.
Fans:
Ultra EC Fans
3 Regulations and Safety Instructions
Stratum MVHR is tested in accordance with the low
voltage directive 2006/95/EC and EMC directive
2004/108/EC.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children and the infirm) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack
of experience and knowledge, unless they have
been given supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance by a person responsible for
their safety.
Ensure that all relevant safety precautions (correct
eye protection and protective clothing etc) are taken
when installing, operating and maintaining this unit.
Observe the safety regulations and warnings
contained in this manual at all times. Failure to do
so may result in damage to the unit or personal
injury.
This MVHR is intended for connection to fixed
wiring. A means for disconnection must be
incorporated in the fixed wiring. Installations and
wiring must conform to current IEE Regulations
(UK), local or appropriate regulations (for other
countries). All installations must be supervised by a
qualified electrician.
It is the installer’s responsibility
to ensure that the appropriate building codes of
practice are adhered to.
This MVHR must not be installed near to sources of
direct heat such as cookers/grills or where ambient
temperatures may exceed 40ºC.
If the MVHR unit is installed in a room containing a
fuel burning appliance, precautions must be taken
to avoid the backflow of gases into the room from
the open flue of the fuel burning appliance.
The maintenance instructions for periodic cleaning
of the air inlet/outlet valves and grilles and changing
of filters, must be strictly observed.
Connection to 220-240V AC power supply required.
The following applications/installations are
prohibited:
Where excessive fat-contaminated exhaust air,
extracting explosive gases, extracting particle-
contaminated air, extracting adhesive particu-
late matter are present.
Installing the MVHR unit outdoors
Connecting extractor hoods in to the MVHR
ventilation system
Servicing of the MVHR unit may only be carried out
by a qualified service technician. Contact details for
authorised servicing by a Redring Xpelair approved
technician can be found on the back of this booklet.
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