User manual HERRMIDIFIER 490-6

[. . . ] Since every degree of temperature setback represents about 3% of your heating costs, this can possibly represent a significant annual savings. During the heating season, cold air is brought into the home and heated. When heated, this air dries out and greatly increases its capacity to hold more moisture. By using a humidifier, a source of water is provided to satisfy this increased moisture holding capability, rather than having it drawn from our body surface and the surrounding hygroscopic furnishings in the home. 1 Specifications To improve the efficiency of your humidifier, and to reduce the possibility of a health hazard, it is recommended that you take the following precautions: · Follow the manufacturer's recommended cleaning and maintenance instructions. [. . . ] The humidifier will then turn on whenever the furnace fan is running and there is a call for humidity. For systems without 120VAC or 24VAC auxiliary terminals, systems with multi-speed blowers or non-120VAC systems, the switch contacts of a separate SPST-NO fan interlock relay is required to be wired in series with the humidistat switch. Depending on the installation and furnace manufacturer the coil for this relay could be: · Wired in parallel with the coil of the NO fan relay, typically 24VAC. · Wired in parallel with the common and heating speed tap of the units blower typically 120VAC or 240VAC. · An inductively coupled current sensing relay on the common of the units blower. 5 Mounting Locations 1. This humidifier may be installed on either the supply or return plenum. The supply plenum is the preferred location because of higher evaporative capacity results. When there is insufficient space on the warm air plenum, the unit can be installed on the return duct. It is recommended that when the unit is installed in this location it is supplied with hot water service. If the furnace has an air conditioning coil, be sure the unit does not interfere with coil ends. Remember to provide clearance for evaporator pad removal, conical mesh filter cleaning, and fluid restrictor cleaning. Bypass duct Humidifier Air cleaner Bypass duct Air cleaner Alternate location "A" coil Humidifier Humidifier Air cleaner Bypass duct Air cleaner Humidifier Bypass duct Humidifier 6 Maintenance Maintenance of Your Humidifier Your humidifier, as all appliances, requires periodic cleaning and maintenance to ensure efficient and safe operation. To remove the cover from the duct, pull the bottom away and then lift up. It is held in place by a snap that must be lifted to pull out the tray. Pull the evaporator pad and frame assembly away from the duct, being careful not to disturb the drain connection. Inspect the interior of the humidifier and remove any mineral deposits and accumulation from the frame assembly and drain tray. Remove the new evaporator pad from the plastic bag and insert into the frame assembly, with the black spot facing up. Return the evaporator pad and frame assembly to their original position inside the humidifier. Check the distribution tray to ensure that holes are clear of any scale build up. If desired, the distribution tray can be washed with mild detergent and warm water. Replace the distribution tray making sure the snap is hooked over the outside edge of the tray. However, if the water usage is constant and does not appear to cycle with the HVAC system turning ON and OFF, servicing may be necessary. In some installations, a damper will be installed on the ductwork that will allow you to shut off the air from the regular HVAC system. [. . . ] Fluid Restrictor Located within the water tubing of the humidifier, it controls the amount of water that flows through the humidifier. Side Panels Plastic construction and right or left hand discharge allows the unit to be installed in a variety of installations. 1" wide collar allows for more secure installation of bypass duct. Water Distribution Tray Felt wicking allows even distribution of water across surface of evaporator pad. [. . . ]