FAI System
The FAI System is an Electronic Fresh Air Intake Control System that was conceived for consumers with air tight homes or new construction. Although the installation is basically the same as any air exchanger; it's concept has been totally revolutionized in order to meet all the expectations of consumer demands.
To emphasize this point, we will enumerate all the different changes and the reason behind them:
A) The Fan: This is the most important part of this product. By choosing our fan, we took in consideration it's durability and the amount of noise it produced at low levels of operation. Although all fans produce what is called wind sound; ours does not have an electrical resonance at low speed (we use a transformer) which can become annoying to the consumer. The quality with which our fan is produced is backed up by the 10 year warranty that we issue with confidence.
B) The Sensor: Our temperature sensor will control the good function of the system by comparing the temperature inside the dwelling to outside and temper as best as possible, the air coming into the dwelling by heating the air entering.
C) Electronic Board: There is an electronic board which is pre-programmed to three different applications of high speed. It controls the amount of heating needed to heat the air coming in. The diffusion of air is on three different applications:
1) 115 CFM,
2) 145 CFM,
3) 245 CFM.
The control of heated air is based on a 20°C (68°F) household comfort zone. If the outside temperature is less than this, the built-in heater will heat the air at the entry level. The system maintains a regular low of 80 CFM
D) Filtration: The FAI System is equipped with a filter which is up to 60% efficient against air pollution. At that level the filter is quiet affordable. A HEPA filter is available on request.
E) Flexibility: The design of the unit makes the installation very flexible.
F) Weight: The weight of this unit is only twenty eight pounds (23 lbs), therefore the freight cost is less for the consumer and is easier to handle, both by the dealer and the consumer.
G) Size: The FAI System is approximately one cubic foot (1' x 1' x 1.5'). This product can be installed in almost any place because it is so small.
H) Air Changes: The consumer has a choice between 3 different top speed air changes:
1) One high speed air input every hour for 15 minutes, or
2) One high speed air input every hour for 30 minutes, or
3) One high speed air input every hour for 45 minutes.
I) Humidity Sensor: This unit is equipped with a Humidity Sensor which will regulate the flow speed of air during cold dry periods so that the unit cannot go on high speed when th air is dry, thus avoiding situations where excessive dryness could cause floor cracks and nose bleeds. It will also minimize the cost of heating the air coming in.
Technical Data
Voltage: 110/220 volts
Energy Consumption: Fan: 90 watts Heater: 1200 watts (floating)
Fan Frequency: 60 HZ
Fan RPM: 2600
Noise Level: 65 dBA
Filtering Efficiency: 50-60% of all Particles
Height: 12 in
Width: 12 in
Depth: 19 in
Weight: approximately 23 lbs
Air Flow: 245 CFM
Serviceable area capacity: 2400 - 4000 sq. ft. Per unit
Patent Pending
Safety Features
Fan: Impeller Met-Plas UL
Heater: - Automatic cut-out at 30°C (86°F)
- 2nd automatic cut-out at 49°C (120°F)
- 3rd cut-off at49°C (120°F)
Filter
Carbon filter removes odours & contamination
Prefilter - extends the life of the carbon filter and absorbs more dust particles.
Characteristics & Highlights
- Small and compact - Flexible in its installation,
- Heats the air coming in, thus preventing cold drafts and the need to shut off the system during cold weather,
- Less costly than heating cold air from cold air exchangers and heated by control heating system of a household,
- Encourages the use of Fresh Air all year round,
- No complicated control panels,
- Less expensive air filters,
- One unit with multiple choices, instead of multiple units with one choice,
- Dedicated unit to a specific application; Temperature controlled Fresh Filtered Air
- Cycles per hour: 15, 30, 45 minutes of high speed selected,
- 3 speed fan, quiet operation,
- Reduce humidity by heating the air coming in,
- Electronic control of heater preset at a certain set point to control heated air coming in,
- 2 Safety thermostats built in for protection,
- Automatic shut down of heater when not required,
- Manual shut down of heater,
- Parameters of unit are not accessible by user, but can be changed and monitored for performance by using a PC computer and program cable uinit.
NOTE: Combined with either a Cameleon or Fan Air unit will give you one of the best air exchanger available.