Thank you for helping spread the word about importance of fresh air in homes and ease of installation. We hope your home is full of top notch fresh air all year round!
@@watacouille Due to various setups, the switch mode preference can differ from application to application. For the installation featured in this video, any mode selected at the switch will be overridden by Eco-Touch wall control panel. For more info related to your application, please contact us at support@fantech.net
Thanks for such an useful video. I have question: I m developing my basement with two washrooms. Could you please explain that how to wire and install fantech switch in washroom and connection in to my VHR 200R. HRV unit.
I was going to ask the question that you answered right off the bat. What's the cost of a new filter? I have a friend that is thinking about building a new house like you. I will tell him to watch this video. Thanks for sharing.
The standard filter in FLEX 100H is washable. You may consider upgrading it to a washable MERV8 filter. The kit consists of 2 filters. You can order it from one of our online distributors. Part #414923.
i do have a question. i noticed that my fresh air intake is closed and the side door for exhaust is open wheter i put in on vent or recirculate. is that normal? or there is a problem with the damper door motor?
Great information and thank you!!! Question: Is there sufficient "makeup air" for bathroom exhaust and kitchen range hoods to function? I'm building an air-tight home with in-floor radiant and using ductless mini-splits for cooling. I want an HRV due to climate (NW Wyoming at 5400 feet) as opposed to an ERV that may not function through the cold months. I'm struggling with how to provide enough air for these exhaust units to function-or am I worrying about nothing? I suspect there's sufficient fresh air (to function as "makeup air") from the HRV to do this? Thanks again.
I know this is a bit late but this could help someone else at a later date. HRV's will not typically provide enough cfm to provide make-up air for a kitchen hood fan but can actually function as your bathroom fan if you wire up a timer to put the hrv in "high" mode. Kitchen hood fans will either need their own fan-powered makeup air unit (possibly heated - check your local codes) or another option is to have a recirculating hood fan with the appropriate filters on in and use the hrv to remove the stale kitchen air. I live in BC and our codes dictate that we have to exhaust the kitchen at 100CFM minimum, hence, it is necessary to size your hrv according to your space/use.
Energy code makes you make house air tight ok to save energy but! If it to tight they make you add machine or you'll fail inspection this machine uses energy wheres the energy saving? Don't make house to tight try to explain to customers its not easy
The Fantech HRV draws very little power. An air tight spray foamed home can still be more efficient than a traditional 'breathing' house, even with mechanical air exchange. It is a delicate balance though.
@@LittleMountainLife i don't believe in scare tactics forcing people to buy a hrv nor any other product government forces to line pockets best let people decide not government who wants to draw hot humid air in a conditioned house
@@tedhicks5431 You're talking to a libertarian so you'll get no push back when it comes to government overreach. But building science is what it is. My house is sealed tight with spray foam and I need to have fresh air exchange somehow.
Thank you for helping spread the word about importance of fresh air in homes and ease of installation. We hope your home is full of top notch fresh air all year round!
Thank you but what "reduced""standby"and"normal" mode means on the control switch near the power cord ??
@@watacouille Due to various setups, the switch mode preference can differ from application to application. For the installation featured in this video, any mode selected at the switch will be overridden by Eco-Touch wall control panel. For more info related to your application, please contact us at support@fantech.net
Nicely done video, great info about the unit
Thanks! 🙂
Have you noticed any issues with vibration having it mounted to the wall?
Thanks for the video. May I ask what type of ducts you purchased for this? I noticed the top was a oval male end
Regular circular ducts were able to bend into shape with the help of the claps.
it's four wires control? how to wire it if it need four wire! thanks
Thanks for such an useful video.
I have question:
I m developing my basement with two washrooms.
Could you please explain that how to wire and install fantech switch in washroom and connection in to my VHR 200R. HRV unit.
I was going to ask the question that you answered right off the bat. What's the cost of a new filter? I have a friend that is thinking about building a new house like you. I will tell him to watch this video. Thanks for sharing.
The filter is washable so it shouldn't need to be replaced. Not sure how much a new one would be.
The standard filter in FLEX 100H is washable. You may consider upgrading it to a washable MERV8 filter. The kit consists of 2 filters. You can order it from one of our online distributors. Part #414923.
My unit has a black wire not connected but is working fine i think. Should i be worried about it???
What is the ventilation pipe called and is it smooth inside or rigid?
Did you install the electrical outlet upside down?
Yes. On purpose. 🙂
i do have a question. i noticed that my fresh air intake is closed and the side door for exhaust is open wheter i put in on vent or recirculate. is that normal? or there is a problem with the damper door motor?
Definitely sounds like a door malfunction.
@@LittleMountainLife so is it the damper door motor? can you show me how the damper works? when you put it on recirculate or exhaust. thanks
Good day, my ventilation system seems to be off and I dont know how to turn it on, the control thing seems to be off.
Weird, you contact Fantech?
Seal it tight. Ventilate it right. If you lose power, just open some windows.
No power loss with that beast generator!
Do you need the little controller or can you run it without it?
I think you can run it without but I’m honestly not sure.
Big thumbs up 👍
Great job explaining how these work. One question though .
Does it tie into heat and air or does it stand alone?
Thanks!
The HRV is it’s own thing.
We don’t have central air. Heat is radiant in the floor and AC will be mini splits.
@@LittleMountainLife sweet , thanks for the info.
Great information and thank you!!! Question: Is there sufficient "makeup air" for bathroom exhaust and kitchen range hoods to function? I'm building an air-tight home with in-floor radiant and using ductless mini-splits for cooling. I want an HRV due to climate (NW Wyoming at 5400 feet) as opposed to an ERV that may not function through the cold months. I'm struggling with how to provide enough air for these exhaust units to function-or am I worrying about nothing? I suspect there's sufficient fresh air (to function as "makeup air") from the HRV to do this? Thanks again.
I know this is a bit late but this could help someone else at a later date. HRV's will not typically provide enough cfm to provide make-up air for a kitchen hood fan but can actually function as your bathroom fan if you wire up a timer to put the hrv in "high" mode. Kitchen hood fans will either need their own fan-powered makeup air unit (possibly heated - check your local codes) or another option is to have a recirculating hood fan with the appropriate filters on in and use the hrv to remove the stale kitchen air. I live in BC and our codes dictate that we have to exhaust the kitchen at 100CFM minimum, hence, it is necessary to size your hrv according to your space/use.
You installed the receptacle upside down :(
according to who? :)
Energy code makes you make house air tight ok to save energy but! If it to tight they make you add machine or you'll fail inspection this machine uses energy wheres the energy saving? Don't make house to tight try to explain to customers its not easy
The Fantech HRV draws very little power.
An air tight spray foamed home can still be more efficient than a traditional 'breathing' house, even with mechanical air exchange.
It is a delicate balance though.
@@LittleMountainLife i don't believe in scare tactics forcing people to buy a hrv nor any other product government forces to line pockets best let people decide not government who wants to draw hot humid air in a conditioned house
@@tedhicks5431 You're talking to a libertarian so you'll get no push back when it comes to government overreach. But building science is what it is. My house is sealed tight with spray foam and I need to have fresh air exchange somehow.
@@LittleMountainLife good it all a scam in the long run things can be done with no machine.
How did you wire the low volt?
Just ran a length of 14/2 Romex cable down to the controller in the utility mud room below and followed the wiring diagram included with the unit.