Start-up – Greenheck Fan PVE-35 User Manual
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Model PVe Heat Recovery Unit
Start-Up
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Rotate the fan wheels by hand and ensure no parts
are rubbing. If rubbing occurs, refer to Start-Up 
section for more information.
o
Check the fan belt drives for proper alignment
and tension (refer to Start-Up section for more 
information).
o
Filters can load up with dirt during building
construction. Replace any dirty pleated filters and 
clean the aluminum mesh filters in the intake hood 
(refer to Routine Maintenance section).
o
Verify that non-motorized dampers open and close
properly.
o
Check the tightness of all factory wiring
connections.
o
Verify control wire gauge (refer to the Electrical
Connections section).
o
Install exhaust inlet motorized damper (see Unit
Accessories section)
General Start-Up Information
Every installation requires a comprehensive start-
up to ensure proper operation of the unit. As part 
of that process, the following checklist must be 
completed and information recorded. Starting up 
the unit in accordance with this checklist will not 
only ensure proper operation, but will also provide 
valuable information to personnel performing future 
maintenance. Should an issue arise which requires 
factory assistance, this completed document 
will allow unit experts to provide quicker resolve. 
Qualified personnel should perform start-up to ensure 
safe and proper practices are followed.
Unit Model Number _______________________________
 
(e.g. PVe-20)
Unit Serial Number _______________________________
 
(e.g. 10111000)
Start-Up Date
_______________________________
Start-Up Personnel Name __________________________
Start-Up Company _______________________________
Phone Number 
_______________________________
Pre Start-Up Checklist –
check as items are
completed.
o
Disconnect and lock-out all power switches
o
Remove any foreign objects that are located in the
energy recovery unit.
o
Check all fasteners, set-screws, and locking collars
on the fans, bearings, drives, motor bases and 
accessories for tightness.
DANGER
Electric shock hazard. Can cause injury or death. 
Before attempting to perform any service or 
maintenance, turn the electrical power to unit 
to OFF at disconnect switch(es). Unit may have 
multiple power supplies.
WARNING
Use caution when removing access panels or other 
unit components, especially while standing on a 
ladder or other potentially unsteady base. Access 
panels and unit components can be heavy and 
serious injury may occur.
Do not operate energy recovery ventilator without 
the filters and birdscreens installed. They prevent 
the entry of foreign objects such as leaves, birds, 
etc.
CAUTION
Do not run unit during construction phase. Damage 
to internal components may result and void 
warranty.
Start-Up Checklist
The unit will be in operational mode during start-up. 
Use necessary precautions to avoid injury. All data 
must be collected while the unit is running. In order to 
measure volts & amps, the control center door must 
be open, and the unit energized using a crescent 
wrench to turn the disconnect handle.
Check line voltage at unit disconnect
 _______ L1-L2 volts
 _______ L2-L3 volts
 _______ L1-L3 volts
Motor Amp Draw
 • Supply Fan 
• Exhaust Fan
_______ L1 amps
______ L1 amps
_______ L2 amps
______ L2 amps
_______ L3 amps
______ L3 amps
Fan RPM
 _______ Supply Fan ______ Exhaust Fan
Correct fan rotation direction
 Supply Fan 
Yes / No
Exhaust Fan
Yes / No
SPECIAL TOOLS REQUIRED
• Voltage Meter (with wire probes)
• Amperage Meter
• Thermometer
• Tachometer
• Incline manometer or equivalent