INSTALLATION MANUAL FOR TFP AIR CLEANER
TFP2000 (Wholehouse Model)
TFPC2000 (Portable Console Model)
Materials Supplied
ATTENTION
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
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.
1 wiring diagram
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 2 INSTALLATION
TFP Connected to Heat Recovery Ventilator
Type 2 Installation
LOCATION
* “Breathing T” is designed to assist in neutralizing
pressure differences which can occur between HRV
and TFP when joined together.
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
FLOOR JOISTS
1. Locate mounting bolts (4) on side of TFP cabinet
for vertical hanging (Fig. 3) and remove.
Hanging straps (4)
Mounting bolts
2. Measure distance between the bolts and mark it
on the floor/header joist where the TFP is to be hung.
Power cord
6"
port collars
HRV
Main supply trunk
Air flow
3. Fasten hanging straps to floor joists using wide
head nails or screws with washers.
TFP
To BRANCH LINES
Flexible ducting
TFP air cleaner
Access door
Relief opening
(breathing T)
or leave a
Flexible ducting
(fresh air supply)
4
" -
6"
4. Insert hanging bolts through prepunched holes in
straps and lift TFP into position. Tighten and secure bolts.
gap between the
TFP and the HRV
Figure 3
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).
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
Type 3 Installation
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.
Return Grille
Clean air supply
High wall
or floor grille
optional
2. A central location between the clean air supply
grille and return grille is recommended.
High wall
or floor
grille
MOUNTING
1st or 2nd
STORY
optional
Refer to “Mounting” under Type 2 Installations.
FLOOR JOIST (Header)
Hanging
DUCTING
straps (2)
1. Install (2) 6” oval port collars (provided) on TFP
cabinet with (8)8/32” X 3/8” sheet metal screws
provided (Fig.4).
Access door
TFP
Ducting
not included
6" port collars
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).
BASEMENT
3. Ductwork should be no smaller than the size of the
port collars (6”) on the TFP.
Figure 4
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 AND ANNUAL CHECK-UP
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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.
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.
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.
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.
When new collectors are required, call your Lifebreath
dealer.
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.
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