Aprilaire 8100 - Manual (Page 5)

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SPECIFICATIONS
Model: The Aprilaire
®
Model 8100 Energy Recovery Ventilator is
an enthalpy (sensible and moisture transfer) type unit.
The unique paper/aluminum EnergyMax
®
Transfer Core
exchanges energy between the fresh air supply and
exhaust air streams.
Unit Dimensions: Overall Unit – 37 3 ⁄
8
" W x 12 3 ⁄
4
" D x 20 9 ⁄
16
" H
EnergyMax
®
Transfer Core – 12 1 ⁄
8
" x 12 1 ⁄
8
" x 10 3 ⁄
4
".
Air Flow Capacity: 120 cfm @ 0.30 in. w.g. external ductwork resistance, i.e.
240 equivalent feet for each of the “fresh” and “stale”
air streams.
Performance: Apparent Sensible Effectiveness (ASE) – 77% at rated
ventilation capacity with 72ºF indoor temperature and
32ºF outdoor temperature.
Home Size: Up to 3600 sq. ft. home at rated air flow.
Power Requirements: 120 VAC, 1.4 ampere maximum. Unit equipped with a
3 ft. grounded power cord.
Interior Insulation: Entire interior surface is sealed with 1" single face insulation.
Filters: (2) – 10 13 ⁄
16
" x 11 5 ⁄
16
" x 3 ⁄
32
" EZ Kleen
®
air filters coated with
Super Filter Coat adhesive for maximum performance.
Unit Weight and
Packaging:
Total Shipping Weight with Mounting Hardware – 76 lbs.
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• Exterior intake and exhaust hoods must be weather
resistant. These hoods must also incorporate an easily
cleaned screen to help prevent unwanted debris,
animals and insects from entering the ductwork. This
screen should have no greater than
1 ⁄
4
inch openings.
F. DUCTWORK CONNECTIONS – FORCED AIR SYSTEM
• All duct collars are clearly labeled and must be
connected properly.
• Rigid ductwork should be connected to the collars with
sheet metal screws.
• Flexible ductwork must be connected with clamps or
bands.
• All ductwork should be sealed with duct tape to prevent
leakage, and hung with straps where needed.
RETURN: From Living Space to Aprilaire ® Energy
Recovery Ventilator (Stale Air From House)
• Stale air from the house should be exhausted from one
exhaust grille centrally located; such as in a hallway.
For multi-floor homes, the exhaust grille should be
located on the same floor as the kitchen.
• Energy Recovery Ventilator ductwork must not be
connected to a kitchen exhaust fan duct in order to
keep the core free of grease.
D. DUCTWORK SPECIFICATIONS
• You must plan on temporarily installing two air flow
measuring devices, according to Balancing Section
instructions. These measuring devices are later
removed after the system has been balanced. Please
refer to Figure 11, page 16.
• A sound absorber at least 6' long consisting of 1" thick
rigid fiberglass duct or insulated flexible duct (ATCO
series 70 or equivalent) is required for maximum
absorbing of air movement sounds between the unit
and the living space return grille.
• All flexible ducts used must meet U.L. safety standards
for Class 1 air ducts and connectors.
• All ducting must be installed according to locally
applicable HVAC codes and standards.
• Round 6" galvanized duct or equivalent should be used
for all duct runs that do not use insulated ducting.
• All ducting located in an unheated space must be
completely sealed and insulated.
• All ductwork runs should be kept as short, straight and
equal in length as possible to minimize system resis-
tance for optimum performance and quiet operation.
E. GRILLE AND HOOD SPECIFICATIONS
• Living space return grille should not be less than
75 square inches free area. Grille surfaces less than
this may produce excess air noise.
FIGURE 10
With second pin accessible, lift right side of unit up so
hanging “hinge” bracket is aligned with mounting bracket.
Insert second pin through hole and tighten both bolts with
threaded nuts. Carefully reinstall EnergyMax Transfer
Core, air filters and access door. Do not plug in unit until
entire installation is completed.
CORE, FILTERS,
AND DOOR REPLACED
SECOND HANGING PIN
INSTALLED
ENERGY RECOVERY VENTILATOR
®