Lifebreath Tfp2000 Users Manual

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1 TFP

4 mounting brackets

4 hanging straps

2 oval collar connections

4 8/32” X 3/4” sheet metal screws

8 8/32” X 3/8” sheet metal screws

4 pieces of mounting foam

1 set of installation \ operating instructions

1 warranty card

1 wiring diagram

The TFP is equipped with a standard power supply,

on a 5’ 5” cable. Lighted ON/OFF switch.

Materials Supplied

Electrical

* LEAVE FOR HOMEOWNER

NOTE: Due to ongoing research and product development, specifications,

ratings and dimensions are subject to change without notice.

TFP-06

0204

INSTALLATION MANUAL FOR TFP AIR CLEANER

TFP2000 (Wholehouse Model)

TFPC2000 (Portable Console Model)

The TFP can be installed in several different ways.

Please read all suggested methods before

attempting installation.

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

WHOLEHOUSE AND PORTABLE

CONSOLE MODELS

2

TFP Directly Connected to

Forced Air Heating System

1. Install 6” oval port collar (provided) on top and

bottom of TFP (Fig. 1). Use (4) 8/32” X 3/8”

screws (provided).

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.

5. Lift the TFP into position. Edge of TFP must be

positioned on plenum to allow clearance

needed for latches.

6. Install the (4) 8/32” X 3/4” mounting screws

(provided) through the brackets and into position.

Tighten and secure.

7. TFP should now sit securely against the plenum

with the foam in between.

8. Cut 2 - 6” holes in the plenum. Install ducting to

join TFP to the return air plenum (Fig. 2).

NOTE: Do not support the weight of the TFP on

the duct. Duct must be open and not pinched.

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.

Type 1 Installation

* Direct connect to furnace/air handler return, or hang

separately and connect to plenum with flexible ducting.

TYPE 1 INSTALLATION

TFP

TFP air cleaner

TFP

TFP

Figure 1

T

F

P

Cold Air Return

Air flow direction

6" port collars

Access door

Power supply

Mounting bracket

Ducting (not included)

Clean (filtered) air port

Mounting bracket

Foam gaskets

FURNACE

Air Flow

Supply Plenum

Install plate here

1" Height

Figure 2

Round port bent to oval

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.

3

TFP Connected to Heat Recovery Ventilator

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.

2. Measure distance between the bolts and mark it

on the floor/header joist where the TFP is to be hung.

3. Fasten hanging straps to floor joists using wide

head nails or screws with washers.

4. 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).

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.

Type 2 Installation

* “Breathing T” is designed to assist in neutralizing

pressure differences which can occur between HRV

and TFP when joined together.

TYPE 2 INSTALLATION

TFP

Hanging straps (4)

Relief opening

(breathing T)

or leave a

4

" -

6

"

gap between the

TFP and the HRV

6

"

port collars

Access door

Power cord

Flexible ducting

(fresh air supply)

Air flow

HRV

To BRANCH LINES

Mounting bolts

Main supply trunk

Flexible ducting

TFP air cleaner

FLOOR JOISTS

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.

CAUTION

Figure 3

TFP Independent Installation

No HRV, Radiant Heating System

LOCATION

1. A TFP is usually installed in a basement area

where air flow noise will be negligible to the occu-

pants.

2. A central location between the clean air supply

grille and return grille is recommended.

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.

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

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,

loca-

tion, 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 sur-

rounding area. When replacing the collectors, make

sure the pleats are horizontal when sliding collec-

tors 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.

TYPE 3 INSTALLATION

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS AND ANNUAL CHECK-UP

FLOOR JOIST (Header)

Return Grille

High wall

or floor grille

optional

6" port collars

Access door

Hanging

straps (2)

Ducting

not included

BASEMENT

High wall

or floor

grille

optional

1st or 2nd

STORY

Clean air supply

TFP

Type 3 Installation

Figure 4