GENERALAire HP500 Whole House HEPA Air Cleaner User Guide
- June 13, 2024
- GeneralAire
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GENERALAire HP500 Whole House HEPA Air Cleaner User Guide
Limited Warranty
7 years
Manufacturer Warranty
You benefit from a limited 7 year warranty on the motorized impeller and a 5
year limited warranty against manufacturing defects on other components. The
limited warranty covers normal usage. It does not apply to malfunctions or
failures as a result of Improper installation, abuse, mishandling or
misapplication or any other circumstances outside the manufacturer’s control
or consent.
Warranty from the manufacturer is for parts only, labor and shipping of the product IS not covered under warranty.
Warranty doesn’t cover in any way or form the replaceable Pre-Filter, Carbon Filter or HEPA Filter.
1. Getting Started
Box Content
Includes:
- Whole House AC500
- Power cord, 5 FT
- Plenum seal, 7.5 FT
- Screws, (16) 8 x 32 x 1/2″
- Template
1.1 .Unpacking and inspection
1.2. Technical Data
IMPORTANT INFORIWATION
The manufacturer reserves the right to modify a product, without prior notice,
whether in design, color or specifications, in order to offer at all times a
quality product that is highly competitive. • Please consult local authorities
to find out whether the installation of electrical products requires the
services of a certified technician or electrician.
2. Information for the Installer
2.1 Planning the Installation
The Whole House HEPA unit is a versatile appliance with multiple installations
configuration. It is recommended to take your time in planning the
installation.
Several Installations are illustrated herein’ for Whole House filtration applications:
- Retum to retum integrated with the forced air heating/cooling system.
- Central draw points using dedicated duct system
- Consult the manufacturer for other special applications.
Special Consideration
For integrated system installation
- Verify clearance on ductwork to mount the unit using the Forced Air system
- Minimum clearance requirements for maintenance and service
- Electrical power requirenMts
- Interaction between the HEPA filter unit and other mechanical devices.
2.2 Type of Installation:
Return to Return Integrated System
Ducting Flair system installation
The Whole House HEPA Filtration system is designed to install directly onto the return air plenum of the forced air heating/cooling system. Choosing this type of installation eliminates tie need to externally duct the HEPA filter unit to the plenum system. If you choose this type of installation, it is recommended that you run tie fan on your forced air system continuously to maximize its cleaning ability.
TIPS
to installer
The Whole House HEPA Filtration system does not replace the filter from the
forced air heating/cooling system. Regular maintenance of this filter is
necessary to permit the good operation of the forced air heating/cooling
system.
Optional collar
installation
Using kit no. CMK500 the Whole House HEPA Filtration system can be converted
to use 8 inch round collars for application requiring ducting. The kit
includes two, 8 inch round collars, two mounting brackets for wall or floor
mounting, installation guide and fasteners.
INSTALLATION SHOULD BE PERFORMED BY A CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL.
Consult your HVAC product manufacturer if the usage of this product will
affect the performance of your forced air heating / cooling system.
2.3 Types of Installation: Stand-Alone
and Alone Installation
for homes without a forced airng / cooling system. Allows for airtion and
circulation throughout ome.
system must be operated continuously never a part or all the system cated in
an unconditioned space to condensation in the ductwork W freezing (CC, 32 OF).
and Alone
ement Installation
ng will usually consist of one return with from one side of the home, one
supply with grille at the opposite of the home.
2.4 Installing the unit
Tools required
- Phillips #2 or Robertson #1 screwdriver
- 3/32” drill bit
- Tin snips or metal shear
- Power Drill
Location
Return side connections is to be installed after the last branch on the return
air plenum and minimum 2 linear ft distance from furnace.
A 5-ft power cord is supplied with the unit. If not available a 120VAC outlet needs to be supplied.
Step by step Installation
Steps involved in the preparation of the plenum mount system are as followed:
Tips
to installer
Interlocking the HEPA filtration unit with the forced air heating / cooling
system is possible using an auxiliary relay. Refer to page 1 1 of this guide
for example.
Please consult local authorities to find out whether the installation of
electrical products requires the services of a certified technician or
electrician.
Tips
to installer
It is recommended that the filtration unit have a devoted receptacle with
115V. It is not recommended to connect unit with an extension cord. If no
receptacle is available please call an electrical contractor to have one
installed.
AIR
MAKE SURE TO NSTALL FILTER ACCORDING TO AIR FLOW DIRECTION FOR MAXIMUM
PERFORMANCE
Check for this symbol on each , ,lters and it is located on the unit’s motor plate.
3. General Operating Information
Function
The Whole House HEPA system is comprised of a ventilator, speed selection
switch, 3 stages of filtration and the cabinet enclosure system. The
ventilator pulls air through the pre-filter and pushes the same air threw the
impregnated carbon pad for odor control and finally the last stage of
filtration is the HEPA filter which removes 99.97% of particles 0.3μm in size.
Operation Mode Options
The unit features two speeds of operation for your convenience. The speed
selection switch is located on the front of the motor assembly. At lowest
speed the unit will provide 220 CFM of clean air while at highest speed, the
unit will provide 300 CFM of clean air. It is recommended that the unit be
operated on highest speed at all times to maximize the benefits of the HEPA
filtration system. If for some reason the filtration needs are not as
important then one might operate the unit at low speed.
An access door is provided at the front of the unit to permit access to the filters and speed selection switch. Opening the latch on the right side of the unit will permit the door to swing open. A safety door interlock switch cuts the power to the motors for your safety. If needed the door can be removed from the cabinet hinges by holding the top part of the door with one hand and gently taping on the bottom edge of the door with the other hand to release the door from its hinges.
Recommended Operation
The return plenum mount model operates in conjunction with your forced air
heating/cooling system. A forced air distribution system continuously
circulates the same air inside your home. The whole house HEPA filtration
system operates on the principal of bypass filtration, which means that a
portion of the air being returned into the furnace is filtered on each pass.
Over time all the air in the home gets cleaned. It is recommended that the
furnace blower be in operation whenever the filtration system is in operation.
For stand-alone attic installation, the HEPA filtration system must be operated continuously whenever a part of all the system is located in an unconditionned space to avoid condensation in the ductwork below freezing (32’F ,O’C)
Maintenance of the unit should be performed at regular interval to keep the benefits of the HEPA filtration unit.
4. General Maintenance Information
When should
I Service mv Unit?
Service and accessories
Detailed maintenance information is located on the front decal on motor plate.
PRE-FILTER AND CARBON FILTER
Replace filters every 3 to 6 months or as needed.
HEPA FILTER
Replace filter every 1 to 3 years or as needed. Check regularly to maintain
maximum
performance from your HVAC system.
For replacement filters, contact your local HVAC contractor.
Note
to installer
IMPORTANT : ALWAY UNPLUG UNIT BEFORE SERVICING.
Optional Interlock
Contact
For Technical Support
• Toll Free: 1-248-476-5100
Warning:
Instructions listed for interlocking the filtration unit to a furnace is an
example only. Actual wiring of interlock connection may vary depending on the
system
Wiring the AC500 Air Cleaner
to an ICP 80°/o or 90 % +%Furnace
The wiring together of the General Aire AC500 Air clearer onto an ICP
electronic fan control (EFC) board is as simple as 1 -2 – 3. Control boards on
different brands of fumes vary but in principal are all quite similar.
1-248-476-5100
43800 Grand River Avenue Novi, Ml 48375
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