prioAir® 8 EC Inline Duct Fan

Technical parameters

GUIDE SPECIFICATION

Specifier Notes: This guide specification is written in Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) 3-Part Format in accordance with The CSI Construction Specifications Practice Guide, MasterFormat, SectionFormat, and PageFormat.

Specifier Notes: This Section must be carefully reviewed and edited by the Architect or Engineer to meet the requirements of the Project and local building code. Coordinate this Section with Division 01, other specification sections, and the Drawings. Delete all Specifier Notes after editing this Section.

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SECTION 23 34 00

HVAC FANS

Specifier Notes: This Section covers Fantech prioAir EC Series circular inline duct fans with electronically commutated motors (ECM). Consult Fantech for assistance in editing this Section as required for the Project.

Specifier Notes: Use of prioAir EC Series circular inline duct fans may contribute to LEED credits.

PART 1. GENERAL

1.1 SECTION INCLUDES

A.     Circular inline duct fans with EC (electronically commutated) motors

1.2 RELATED REQUIREMENTS

Specifier Notes: Edit the following list of related sections as required for the Project. Limit the list to sections with specific information that the reader might expect to find in this Section, but is specified elsewhere.

A. Section 23 31 00 – HVAC Ducts and Casings.

B. Section 26 05 00 – Common Work Results for Electrical.

1.3 REFERENCE STANDARDS

Specifier Notes: List reference standards used elsewhere in this Section, complete with designations and titles. Delete reference standards from the following list not used in the edited Section.

A. Air Movement and Control Association International (AMCA) (www.amca.org):

                1. AMCA 211 – Certified Ratings Program - Product Rating Manual for Fan Air Performance.

                2. AMCA 311 – Certified Sound Ratings Program for Air Moving Devices.

1.4 PREINSTALLATION MEETINGS

Specifier Notes: Edit the Preinstallation Meetings article as required for the Project. Delete article if not required.

A. Convene preinstallation meeting [1 week] [2 weeks] before start of Work of this Section.

B. Require attendance of parties directly affecting Work of this Section, including Contractor, Architect, installer, and manufacturer’s representative.

C. Review the Following:

1. Materials

2. Installation

3. Adjusting

4. Protection

5. Coordination with other Work

1.5 SUBMITTALS

Specifier Notes: Edit the Submittals article as required for the Project. Delete submittals not required.

A. Comply with Division 01.

B. Product Data: Submit manufacturer’s product data, including installation instructions.

C. Shop Drawings: Submit manufacturer’s shop drawings, including plans, elevations, sections, and details.

1. Wiring Diagrams: Indicate wiring for each item of equipment and interconnections between items of equipment.

2. Include manufacturer’s names, model numbers, ratings, power requirements, equipment layout, device arrangement, complete wiring point-to-point diagrams, and conduit layouts.

D. Manufacturer’s Certification: Submit manufacturer’s certification that materials comply with specified requirements and are suitable for intended application.

E. Operation and Maintenance Data:

1. Submit manufacturer’s operation and maintenance manual; including the following:

    a. Operation, maintenance, adjustment, and cleaning instructions.

     b. Troubleshooting guide

     c. Parts list

     d. Electrical wiring diagrams if required.

2. Provide detailed information required for Owner to properly operate and maintain equipment.

F. Warranty Documentation: Submit manufacturer’s standard warranty.

1.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A.     Manufacturer’s Qualifications: Manufacturer regularly engaged in the manufacturing of circular inline duct fans to that specified for a minimum of 10 years.

B.     Installer's Qualifications:

1.     Installer regularly engaged in installation of circular inline duct fans of similar type to that specified for a minimum of 5 years.

2.     Use persons trained for installation of circular inline duct fans.

1.7 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A.     Delivery Requirements: Deliver materials to site in manufacturer’s original, unopened containers and packaging, with labels clearly identifying product name and manufacturer.

B.     Storage and Handling Requirements:

1.     Store and handle materials in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.

2.     Keep materials in manufacturer’s original, unopened containers and packaging until installation.

3.     Store materials in clean, dry area indoors.

4.     Keep materials from freezing.

5.     Protect materials during storage, handling, and installation to prevent damage.

1.8 WARRANTY

Warranty Period: 5 years

PART 2. PRODUCTS

2.1 MANUFACTURERS

A.     Manufacturer: Fantech Inc., 10048 Industrial Blvd., Lenexa, Kansas 66215. Phone 800-747-6217. www.fantech.net. ussupport@fantech.net.

             Specifier Notes: Specify if substitutions will be permitted.

B. Substitutions: [Not permitted] [Comply with Division 01].

C. Single Source: Provide materials from single manufacturer.

2.2 HVAC FANS

A.     Circular inline Duct Fans with Electronically Commutated Motors (ECM): prioAir EC Series

                1. Rating: AMCA 211

                2. Sound Rating: AMCA 311

                3. Compliance AMCA Certified Rating Programs

                4. AMCA Air & Sound Seal

                5. UL Listed 507 Electric Fans & 705 Powered Ventilators

                        Specifier Notes: Specify circular inline duct fan models as required for the Project. Delete models not required.

A. Model: “prioAir 6EC”

    1. Inlet Diameter: 5-7/8 inches

     2. Outlet Diameter: 5-7/8 inches

     3. Casing Diameter: 7-3/8 inches

    4. Inlet and Outlet Connection Collars: 1-5/8 inch

    5. Casing Material: Composite

    6. Motor: External-rotor ECM

     7. Impeller: axial impellers and guide vanes

    8. Speed Control: Built-in potentiometer 0-10V

    9. Motor Protection: electronically protected

     10. Voltage: 120 V

    11. Frequency: 50/60 Hz

    12. Nominal Voltage Range: 100 to 130 V

    13. Phase: 1

    14. Maximum Airflow: 445 cfm

     15. RPM: 4,041

    16. Power Rating, Motor: 64 W

     17. Current: 0.89 A

     18. Operational Temperature: minus 13 to 131 degrees F

     19. Weight: 3.7 lbs

     20. Motor Insulation Class: B

     21. Motor Enclosure Class: IP44

B. Model: “prioAir 8EC”

    1. Inlet Diameter: 7-7/8 inches

    2. Outlet Diameter: 7-7/8 inches

     3. Casing Diameter: 9 inches

     4. Inlet and Outlet Connection Collars: 1 inch

     5. Casing Material: Composite

     6. Motor: External-rotor ECM

     7. Impeller: axial impellers and guide vanes

     8. Speed Control: Built-in potentiometer 0-10V

     9. Motor Protection: electronically protected

    10. Voltage: 120 V

    11. Frequency: 50/60 Hz

     12. Nominal Voltage Range: 100 to 130 V

     13. Phase: 1

    14. Maximum Airflow: 790 cfm

    15. RPM: 3,619

    16. Power Rating, Motor: 123 W

    17. Current: 1.58 A

     18. Operational Temperature: minus 13 to 131 degrees F

     19. Weight: 7.5 lbs

    20. Motor Insulation Class: B

    21. Motor Enclosure Class: IP44

C. Model: “prioAir 10EC”

    1. Inlet Diameter: 9-13/16 inches

    2. Outlet Diameter: 9-13/16 inches

    3. Casing Diameter: 11-1/16 inches

    4. Inlet and Outlet Connection Collars: 1 inch

     5. Casing Material: Composite

    6. Motor: External-rotor ECM

     7. Impeller: axial impellers and guide vanes

    8. Speed Control: Built-in potentiometer 0-10V

     9. Motor Protection: electronically protected

    10. Voltage: 120 V

    11. Frequency: 50/60 Hz

    12. Nominal Voltage Range: 100 to 130 V

     13. Phase: 1

     14. Maximum Airflow: 1,237 cfm

     15. RPM: 2,629

    16. Power Rating, Motor: 164 W

    17. Current: 2.11 A

     18. Operational Temperature: minus 13 to 131 degrees F

     19. Weight: 9.4 lbs

    20. Motor Insulation Class: B

     21. Motor Enclosure Class: IP44

2.3 ACCESSORIES

        A. Silencers for Circular Ducts

                Specifier Notes: Delete accessories not required.

                1. Model: [“LD 6”] [“LD 8”] [“LD 10”]

                2. Insulation Thickness: 2 inches.

        B. Mounting Clamps for Circular Ducts

                Specifier Notes: Delete accessories not required.

                1. Model: [“FC 6”] [“FC 8”] [“FC 10”]

                2. Material: Galvanized sheet metal with 1/3 inch neoprene lining

                3. Width: 2-1/3 inches

                4. Clamps Together: 2 screws

                5. Quantity: 2 pcs per kit

        C. External Remotely Mounted Potentiometer

                Specifier Notes: Delete if not required.

                1. Model: MTP10

                2. Remotely mounted manual-speed control for air flow adjustments and balancing.

                3. Voltage: 0 to 10V DC

                4. Enclosure class: IP54

        D. Demand controller for pressure and constant flow ventilation

                Specifier Notes: Delete if not required.

                1. Model: PCA1000 D2

                2. The sensor control module for differential pressure and volume flow measures and indicates the pressure or, optionally, the volume flow in a ventilation system. The calculation of the volume flow is performed by                         entering the K-factor of the application.

                3. Output Signal: 0 to 10V DC

                4. Adjustable measuring range: 0 to 4 in.wg.

                5. Enclosure class: IP54

PART 3. EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

A.     Examine areas to receive circular inline duct fans.

B.     Notify Architect of conditions that would adversely affect installation or subsequent use.

C.     Do not begin installation until unacceptable conditions are corrected.

3.2 INSTALLATION

A.     Install circular inline duct fans in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions at locations indicated on the Drawings.

B.     Attach duct work to inlet and outlet connection collars of circular inline duct fans in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.

C.     Electrical: Install electrical power to circular inline duct fans as specified in Section 26 05 00.

3.3 ADJUSTING

A.     Adjust circular inline duct fans for proper operation in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.

3.4 PROTECTION

A.     Protect installed circular inline duct fans from damage during construction.

END OF SECTION