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Quest 215 Dual Quest 876 Quest Dry Installation, Operation and Maintenance Instructions Installation, Operation and Maintenance Instructions – Read and Save These Instructions – This manual is provided to acquaint you with the dehumidifier so that installation, operation and maintenance can proceed successfully. Ultimate satisfaction depends on the quality of installation and a thorough understanding of this equipment.
Safety Precautions Read the installation, operation and maintenance instructions carefully before installing and operating this device. Proper adherence to these instructions is essential to obtain maximum benefit from your Quest 876 Dehumidifier. READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS • The device is designed to be installed INDOORS IN A SPACE THAT IS PROTECTED FROM RAIN AND FLOODING.
In order to efficiently control humidity levels, the area in which the dehumidifier is to be operated must be free of water intrusion or excessive fresh (outside) air infiltration. Before installing the Quest 876 Dehumidifier, water intrusion and air infiltration problems should be addressed or noted in calculations.
Installation, Operation and Maintenance Instructions 4. Installation 4.1 Location The Quest 876 Dehumidifier can be installed in a variety of locations to meet the owner’s needs as listed below. In all cases keep the following cautions in mind: • It is designed to be installed INDOORS IN A SPACE THAT IS PROTECTED FROM RAIN AND FLOODING.
Quest 876 Installation, Operation and Maintenance Instructions 4.3 Condensate Water Removal Condensate drains by gravity via the drain port. Use 3/4” male NPT PVC pipe. An optional condensate pump kit may be installed if a lift is required to dispose of the condensate. Optional parts list for information on the kit.
Recommended maximum hanger rod is 6 feet (1.8m) 5. Control Options The Quest 876 Dehumidifier is controlled by an external remote humidistat through a 24V terminal block. External control NOT provided. 5.1 Humidity Control A 24VAC signal is sent by the remote humidistat signals the fan or fan and compressor to actuate.
Operating the unit with a dirty filter will reduce dehumidifier capacity and efficiency. To access the air filter, the filter should be readily visible and can be removed by pulling it straight out of the Quest 876 Dehumidifier.
Quest 876 Installation, Operation and Maintenance Instructions 8. Ducting Guidelines Quest 876 is intended for use in statics under .5”WG. • Ducting either the intake or exhaust uses custom Therma-Stor Intake and Exhaust Duct Kits. • Grills or diffusers on the duct ends must not excessively restrict airflow.
Quest 876 Installation, Operation and Maintenance Instructions • Down On a menu selection screen – moves cursor down. On an editable value – decreases the value. Press and hold to change the value faster. If cursor is in upper left corner of screen – moves to next screen.
Quest 876 Installation, Operation and Maintenance Instructions 5. Press the Up/Down keys to cycle through the options. Once MM/DD/YY is displayed, press Enter. This will save the new value, and will move the cursor down to the date field. 6. Press Escape three times to get back to the main status screen.
Quest 876 Installation, Operation and Maintenance Instructions 3. Press Enter to access the Alarm Log. This allows you to cycle through the 50 most recent alarms, whether they are active or if they’ve been resolved. These are arranged from newest to oldest. The Alarm Log screen is similar to the...
(but all warranty periods will be extended by the period of time, if any, that the Quest 876 Dehumidifier Dehumidifier is out of service while awaiting covered warranty service).
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