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INSTALLATION MANUAL FOR TFP AIR CLEANER

TFP2000 (Wholehouse Model)
TFPC2000 (Portable Console Model)
Materials Supplied
1
4
4
2
4
8
4
1
1
1

TFP
mounting brackets
hanging straps
oval collar connections
8/32” X 3/4” sheet metal screws
8/32” X 3/8” sheet metal screws
pieces of mounting foam
set of installation \ operating instructions
warranty card
wiring diagram

ATTENTION
The furnace fan and/or HRV must operate
continuously for Type 1 and Type 2 installations.
If they do not operate continuously, then
interlocking them electrically with the TFP is
acceptable. Consult a certified electrician.

ATTENTION
The TFP can be installed in several different ways.
Please read all suggested methods before
attempting installation.

Electrical
The TFP is equipped with a standard power supply,
on a 5’ 5” cable. Lighted ON/OFF switch.

WHOLEHOUSE AND PORTABLE
CONSOLE MODELS

* LEAVE FOR HOMEOWNER
NOTE: Due to ongoing research and product development, specifications,
ratings and dimensions are subject to change without notice.
TFP-06
0204

TYPE 1 INSTALLATION

TFP Directly Connected to
Forced Air Heating System
NOTE: Do not support the weight of the TFP on
the duct. Duct must be open and not pinched.

1. Install 6” oval port collar (provided) on top and
bottom of TFP (Fig. 1). Use (4) 8/32” X 3/8”
screws (provided).

NOTE: Due to possible noise transfer through
the duct system, it may be preferable in some
situations to hang the TFP a short distance from
the plenum, and connect by running flexible
ducting between them. Four nylon hanging straps
are provided for this option.

2. Remove protective backing from pieces of
foam and stick them to the 4 corners of the TFP
on the side being mounted against the plenum.
3. Remove the 4 mounting bolts from the back of the
TFP cabinet. (Fig. 1)
4. Attach top and bottom mounting brackets
(provided) vertical to the TFP cabinet and
reinstall mounting bolts.

Install plate here
1" Height

Cold Air Return

Mounting bracket
Foam gaskets

5. Lift the TFP into position. Edge of TFP must be
positioned on plenum to allow clearance
needed for latches.

Air flow direction
Air Flow
Supply Plenum

6. Install the (4) 8/32” X 3/4” mounting screws
(provided) through the brackets and into position.
Tighten and secure.

6" port collars

T
F
P

Access door
Power supply

Mounting bracket
FURNACE

7. TFP should now sit securely against the plenum
with the foam in between.

Ducting (not included)
Clean (filtered) air port

Figure 2

8. Cut 2 - 6” holes in the plenum. Install ducting to
join TFP to the return air plenum (Fig. 2).
Type 1 Installation

* Direct connect to furnace/air handler return, or hang
separately and connect to plenum with flexible ducting.

TFP

Round port bent to oval

TFP

Simply bend a standard duct fitting to the correct shape,
and attach to the oval port using the same method as
for a round port.

TFP
TFP air cleaner

Figure 1

2

TYPE 2 INSTALLATION

TFP Connected to Heat Recovery Ventilator
Type 2 Installation
* “Breathing T” is designed to assist in neutralizing
pressure differences which can occur between HRV
and TFP when joined together.

LOCATION
The TFP should be located in the main trunk of
the fresh air to house line, after the Heat
Recovery Ventilator (HRV) and before any branch
lines. (Fig. 3)
MOUNTING
1. Locate mounting bolts (4) on side of TFP cabinet
for vertical hanging (Fig. 3) and remove.

FLOOR JOISTS

Mounting bolts

2. Measure distance between the bolts and mark it
on the floor/header joist where the TFP is to be hung.

Hanging straps (4)

Power cord
6" port collars

HRV

Main supply trunk

3. Fasten hanging straps to floor joists using wide
head nails or screws with washers.
4.

Air flow

TFP
Relief opening
(breathing T)
or leave a 4" - 6"
gap between the
TFP and the HRV

Insert hanging bolts through prepunched holes in
straps and lift TFP into position. Tighten and secure bolts.

DUCTING
1. Install (2) 6” oval port collars (provided) on TFP
cabinet with (8) 8/32” X 3/8” sheet metal screws
provided (Fig. 3).

To BRANCH LINES
Flexible ducting

Flexible ducting
(fresh air supply)

TFP air cleaner
Access door

Figure 3

CAUTION
The room in which the “breathing T” is open
should be free of combustion equipment such as
gas hot water tanks and furnaces. If the “T”
must be exposed in these areas, a pressure test
(spillage or backdraft test) should be conducted
on the combustion equipment after everything is
installed.

2. The ducting between the TFP and the HRV,
and between the TFP and the main supply
trunk line to the house, should be kept as
straight as possible.
3. A relief opening or breathing T is required to
prevent pressure differences.
4. A short piece (1-2 foot) of flexible ducting should
be used on both sides of the TFP (Fig. 3).
This will reduce vibration and noise transfer
if present.
NOTE: Please refer to the HRV installation manual
for proper ducting of that appliance.

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TYPE 3 INSTALLATION

TFP Independent Installation
No HRV, Radiant Heating System

Type 3 Installation

LOCATION
1. A TFP is usually installed in a basement area
where air flow noise will be negligible to the occupants.

Return Grille

2. A central location between the clean air supply
grille and return grille is recommended.

High wall
or floor grille
optional

Clean air supply

High wall
or floor
grille
optional

MOUNTING
Refer to “Mounting” under Type 2 Installations.
DUCTING
1. Install (2) 6” oval port collars (provided) on TFP
cabinet with (8)8/32” X 3/8” sheet metal screws
provided (Fig.4).
2. Ducting will usually consist of one return with grille
from one side of the home, and one supply with
grille at the opposite end of the home (Fig. 4).
3. Ductwork should be no smaller than the size of the
port collars (6”) on the TFP.
4. Ductwork should be kept as short and straight as
possible to allow for good air circulation.

1st or 2nd
STORY
FLOOR JOIST (Header)
Hanging
straps (2)

Access door

TFP
6" port collars

Ducting
not included

BASEMENT

Figure 4

NOTE: For installations of more than one return or
supply (greater than .5 e.s.p.) , it is often necessary to
add an inline fan to the system as a booster.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS AND ANNUAL CHECK-UP
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
A lighted ON/OFF switch indicates that the unit is
operating. It is recommended the unit run continuously
to provide the full benefits of particulate removal from
your home.
ANNUAL CHECK-UP
As each home has differences of size, occupancy, location, infiltration rates and homeowner needs, it is hard to
estimate when the collectors will need to be changed.
Because of the way air moves through the TFP, the
collectors are divided into 3 separate sections.
Collectors 1 & 2, then 3 & 4 and then 5 & 6. Collectors
1 & 2 will need to be replaced before the others, then
3 & 4 and so on. You may want to change 1 & 2 again
before 3 & 4 or 5 & 6.
The collectors will slide out. Some discolouration of
the collector medium can be expected and when loose
dust falls from the collector, it is time to replace it.

Turn the TFP, furnace fan and HRV off. Open the door
and slide out the collectors to check buildup and do an
annual inspection of overall unit. Before replacing any
collectors, vacuum any dust inside the cabinet or surrounding area. When replacing the collectors, make
sure the pleats are horizontal when sliding collectors back into the TFP. Close the door and restart
TFP, furnace and HRV fan.
When your TFP is installed with a forced air heating
system you are still required to use the recommended
furnace filter. This may be a good time to inspect this
filter as well.
When new collectors are required, call your Lifebreath
dealer.



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