Energy recovery ventilation is the optimal way to enhanced IAQ and save energy; however not all ENERGY RECOVERY VENTILATORS (ERVs) are created equal. The best option is RenewAire’s HIGH-EFFICIENCY, STATIC-PLATE ENTHALPY-CORE ERVs, which utilize static-core technology to recover total energy, and not just sensible energy.
RenewAire was the FIRST INNOVATOR with static-core technology in North America, and our systems are known for their ease of use, RELIABILITY and energy savings.
PURPOSE OF AN ENERGY RECOVERY VENTILATION (ERV) SYSTEM Many modern homes are built air-tight for energy efficiency and comfort. The result is that natural air infiltration rates are often too low to provide acceptable indoor air quality. The solution is to use an ERV to remove gaseous pollutants such as odors, winter-time excess humidity, formaldehyde, smoke, radon, vapors from cleaning products, and other chemicals. The removal of dust and other small particles from your home is not the function of an ERV.
WHEN SHOULD YOU USE YOUR ERV? Use your ERV when windows are closed and you need to ventilate. When the outdoor air is warmer or cooler than comfortable, the ERV will allow a quieter, more secure home with the windows closed and will also save energy.
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SING AN ERV WITH AIR-CONDITIONING An ERV works very well with air-conditioning, because its “enthalpy-transfer” energy-exchange core will reduce the amount of moisture in the outside air that is brought in. ERVs are the preferred way to ventilate while air-conditioning because it brings in less moisture than any other ventilation method.
CONTROLLING EXCESS HUMIDITY DURING COLD WEATHER When the ERV is first turned on at the beginning of the heating season (or when first installed), it will have to run full-time for several days to reduce indoor humidity levels. A properly set dehumidistat will do this automatically. If your control is the proportional timer type (PTL or FM), it should be set to “100%” for several days whenever you have a problem with excess humidity during cold weather.
ENERGY EXCHANGE SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS Cross flow fixed-plate enthalpic energy exchange core: engineered, proprietary resin-media composite. Provides both sensible and latent heat transfer.
ACCESS DOOR Front panel opens to provide access to filters, blowers, and energy exchanger. Snap latches and hinges provided for easy service.
INSULATION One inch foil-faced EPS foam throughout.
DUCT CONNECTIONS EV130, EV200 & EV240 - Insulating double collars with six-inch/eight-inch round connections for flexible or rigid duct work. EV300 - Insulating double collars with eight-inch oval connections for flexible or rigid duct work.
MOUNTING OPTIONS Unit may be mounted to wall or floor joists using integral mounting flange with hanging bracket kit provided.
BLOWER/MOTOR A single high efficiency PSC motor directly drives two large diameter centrifugal blowers for quiet operation.
FILTERS Cleanable polyester air filters for both exhaust and fresh air streams.
DEFROST Passive frost-free design under most residential conditions.
WARRANTY Ten year limited warranty on energy exchange core; five year limited warranty against defects in material and workmanship on all other components.