Mechanical Ventilation Systems; Air Handling Units - Panasonic PAW-160MAH3M Installation Instructions Manual

Ventilation theory and air handling units
2.2

Mechanical ventilation systems

Main components of mechanical ventilation systems
The main components of a mechanical ventilation system are the following:
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2.3

Air handling units

Main components of air handling units
The main components of an air handling unit are shown in the following graphic.
Exhaust air
Main types of air handling units
Supply type
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● Air handling unit (AHU)
● Air ducts
● Air distribution elements
Exhaust air
Air handling unit (AHU)
Supply air fan
Mixed air (MA)
Outside air
(OA)
Filter
(F)
Dampers
(D)
(EA)
Outside air
Cooling Coil
(SAF) (CC)
Supply air
(SA)
Heating Coil
(HC)
Return air
(RA)
Return air
Supply air
AHU Kit – Installation Instructions – 07/2023