GeneralAireI GF5500 Steam Humidifier Instructions
- June 13, 2024
- GeneralAireI
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GeneralAireI GF5500 Steam Humidifier
Calculating Gallons Per Day
Follow the formula below to understand the GPD needed for your home. Total Square Footage (including Basement) x Average Ceiling Height = Number That Number x Relative Humidity x 1.05 per Fireplace in Home = Humidity Load (PPH) Humidity Load x 2.88 (GPD conversion) = Desired Gallons Per Day Please reference section 1.3 of the Installation Manual for more clarity on the GPD calculation
Use this chart to identify your RH
(Relative Humidity) and Furnace Heat running temperature.
Test the (Municipal, especially Lake or Well) Water Conductivity Using the AP-2 Conductivity Tester
Follow these steps to ensure a 5500 Steam Humidifier can be installed.
- Fill a glass with one cup of water from the steam humidifier water supply (Figure A).
- Turn the AP-2 tester on. Insert the tester into the glass of water (Figure B).
- Ensure that the GF5500 Steam Humidifier can be used by correlating results with GF5500 specifications.
Aquapro Digital Water Tester (AP-2)
GF5500 Specifications
- Conductivity Range: 125 to 1250 µS/cm Conductivity: Regular
- Replacement Cylinder: GF55
Follow Section 4.4 in the Install Manual to Configure 5500 for Amps/Voltage Visit our website (www.GeneralAireIAQ.ca) or check your physical copy of the GF550 Installation Manual and proceed to Section 4.4 (Page 20) titled “Initial Configuration” If Necessary: Change Maximum Production, follow Section 5.3 (Page 23)
Use RMB when an application does not have ductwork or an air handler unit.
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