RVF 10 EC Ext Centrifugal Fan

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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 RVF EC Series wall mount exhaust fans with electronically commutated motors (ECM). Consult Fantech for assistance in editing this Section as required for the Project.

Specifier Notes: Use of RVF EC Series wall mount exhaust fans may contribute to LEED credits.

PART 1. GENERAL

1.1 SECTION INCLUDES

A.     Wall mount exhaust 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.

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 wall mount exhaust fans to that specified for a minimum of 10 years.

B.     Installer's Qualifications:

1.     Installer regularly engaged in installation of wall mount exhaust fans of similar type to that specified for a minimum of 5 years.

2.     Use persons trained for installation of wall mount exhaust 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.     Wall Mount Exhaust Fans with Electronically Commutated Motors (ECM): RVF EC Series

                1. Rating: AMCA 211

                2. Compliance AMCA Certified Rating Programs

                3. AMCA Air Seal

                4. UL Listed 507 Electric Fans and 705 Powered Ventilators

                5. Suitable for outdoor installation

                        Specifier Notes: Specify wall mount exhaust fans models as required for the Project. Delete models not required.

A. Model: “RVF 4XL EC”

    1.    Inlet Diameter: 4 inches

     2.    Housing Dimensions: 13 inches x 10-1/4 inches x 6 inches (H x W x D)

    3.    Inlet Connection Collar: 1 inch with a rubber gasket

    4.    Casing Material: Galvanized Sheet Metal, powder coated, white, RAL9016. Allows to open the cover for maintenance if required

    5.    Motor: External-rotor ECM

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

    7.    Motor Protection: electronically protected

    8.    Blades: Backward curved

    9.    Voltage: 120 V

    10.   Frequency: 50/60 Hz

    11. Nominal Voltage Range: 100 to 130 V

    12. Phase: 1

    13. Maximum Airflow: 254 cfm

    14. RPM: 3,421

    15. Power Rating, Motor: 86 W

    16. Current: 1.17 A

    17. Operational Temperature: minus 13 to 104 degrees F

    18. Weight: 9.8 lbs

    19. Motor Insulation Class: B

    20. Motor Enclosure Class: IP44

        B. Model: “RVF 6XL EC”

    1. Inlet Diameter: 6 inches

    2. Housing Dimensions: 17 inches x 14-1/4 inches x 8 inches (H x W x D)

    3. Inlet Connection Collar: 1 inch with a rubber gasket

    4. Casing Material: Galvanized Sheet Metal, powder coated, white, RAL9016. Allows to open the cover for maintenance if required

    5. Motor: External-rotor ECM

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

    7. Motor Protection: electronically protected

    8. Blades: Backward curved

    9.    Voltage: 120 V

    10. Frequency: 50/60 Hz

    11. Nominal Voltage Range: 100 to 130 V

    12. Phase: 1

    13. Maximum Airflow: 409 cfm

    14. RPM: 2,501

    15. Power Rating, Motor: 69 W

     16. Current: 0.948 A

     17. Operational Temperature: minus 13 to 104 degrees F

     18. Weight: 16.6 lbs

    19. Motor Insulation Class: B

    20. Motor Enclosure Class: IP44

        C. Model: “RVF 8XL EC”

    1. Inlet Diameter: 8 inches

    2. Housing Dimensions: 17 inches x 14-1/4 inches x 8 inches (H x W x D)

    3. Inlet Connection Collar: 1 inch with a rubber gasket

    4. Casing Material: Galvanized Sheet Metal, powder coated, white, RAL9016. Allows to open the cover for maintenance if required

    5. Motor: External-rotor ECM

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

    7. Motor Protection: electronically protected

    8. Blades: Backward curved

    9. Voltage: 120 V

    10. Frequency: 50/60 Hz

    11. Nominal Voltage Range: 100 to 130 V

    12. Phase: 1

    13. Maximum Airflow: 574 cfm

    14. RPM: 2,208

    15. Power Rating, Motor: 90 W

    16. Current: 1.22 A

    17. Operational Temperature: minus 13 to 104 degrees F

    18. Weight: 17.4 lbs

    19. Motor Insulation Class: B

    20. Motor Enclosure Class: IP44

D. Model: “RVF 10 EC”

    1. Inlet Diameter: 10 inches

    2. Housing Dimensions: 21-1/4 inches x 17-7/8 inches x 10 inches (H x W x D)

    3. Inlet Connection Collar: 1 inch with a rubber gasket

    4. Casing Material: Galvanized Sheet Metal, powder coated, white, RAL9016. Allows to open the cover for maintenance if required

    5. Motor: External-rotor ECM

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

    7. Motor Protection: electronically protected

    8. Blades: Backward curved

    9. Voltage: 120 V

    10. Frequency: 50/60 Hz

    11. Nominal Voltage Range: 100 to 130 V

    12. Phase: 1

    13. Maximum Airflow: 928 cfm

    14. RPM: 1,705

    15. Power Rating, Motor: 127 W

    16. Current: 1.65 A

    17. Operational Temperature: minus 13 to 104 degrees F

    18. Weight: 27.7 lbs

    19. Motor Insulation Class: B

    20. Motor Enclosure Class: IP44

2.3 ACCESSORIES

        A. Silencers for Circular Ducts

                Specifier Notes: Delete accessories not required.

                1. Model: [“LD 4”] [“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 4”] [“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

PART 3. EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

A.     Examine areas to receive wall mount exhaust 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 wall mount exhaust fans in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions at locations indicated on the Drawings.

B.     Attach duct work to inlet connection collars of wall mount exhaust fans in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.

C.     Electrical: Install electrical power to wall mount exhaust fans as specified in Section 26 05 00.

3.3 ADJUSTING

A.     Adjust wall mount exhaust fans for proper operation in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.

3.4 PROTECTION

A.     Protect installed wall mount exhaust fans from damage during construction.

END OF SECTION