Aprilaire Model 8190FF Ventilation Plenum for Dehumidifier
Installation Instructions
⚠️ WARNING
- 120 Volts may cause serious injury from electric shock. Disconnect electrical power before starting installation or servicing. Leave power disconnected until installation/service is completed.
- Sharp edges may cause serious injury from cuts. Use care when cutting plenum openings and handling duct work.
❗ CAUTION
Do not force damper blades by hand, as damage to the product may occur.
? NOTE
The E100V dehumidifier contains all necessary components to power the 8190FF. The required transformer and power harness are not included with the 8190FF. Aprilaire recommends 18-22 AWG wire and model 4010 or equivalent 24VAC transformer (10 VA min.) for use with any dehumidifier other than the E100V.
OPERATION
The Model 8190FF is a ventilation plenum that can be installed to any Model E100 or Model 1850 dehumidifier.
- Ventilation is controlled by the VENT terminals on the dehumidifier user interface. Ventilation set up can be found in the dehumidifier Installation and Operation Manual.
- When not powered, the 6" ventilation duct is closed while the 10" return duct is open to allow for dehumidification of the air in the home.
- When ventilating (powered), the return duct closes while the ventilation duct opens to allow fresh air to enter the home.
INSTALLING THE 8190FF TO THE DEHUMIDIFIER
? NOTE: The control must be installed on the top of the dehumidifier. Refer to the dehumidifier Installation and Operation Manual for details on moving the control.
- Remove the duct collar, if installed, from the dehumidifier inlet and install it on the 10" opening of the 8190FF using the supplied #6 screws. Use the remaining #6 screws to install the included 6" duct collar in the 6" opening. NOTE: Always install the 10" collar on the 8190FF to prevent anything from impinging operation of the damper.
- Install two of the supplied #10 screws to the top holes around the dehumidifier inlet leaving approximately 1/8" space between screw head and cabinet.
- Hang the 8190FF on top screws then install bottom screws and tighten all four.
NOTES:
- Ensure the "Airflow Adjustment" thumb screw is in the "+" position and tightened down.
- The 8190FF cabinet is insulated - do not insulate the actuator.
FIGURE 1 - DAMPER OPERATION
This figure illustrates the two operational states of the damper within the 8190FF ventilation plenum.
INTERIOR AIR ONLY Mode: In this state, the 6-inch ventilation duct is closed, while the 10-inch return duct remains open. This configuration allows the dehumidifier to draw air from the interior for dehumidification.
VENTILATING Mode: When ventilating, the 10-inch return duct closes, and the 6-inch ventilation duct opens. This allows fresh outside air to enter the home.
FIGURE 2 - ASSEMBLING AND MOUNTING THE 8190FF
This diagram shows the physical components and mounting procedure for the 8190FF ventilation plenum onto a dehumidifier, such as the E100V.
Key components identified include the 'Airflow Adjustment' thumb screw, the '6" Fresh Air Intake Collar', and the '10" Inlet Air Collar'. The 'E100V Wiring Port' is also indicated.
The installation involves attaching the 8190FF to the top of the dehumidifier using screws, ensuring the 10-inch collar is always installed on the 8190FF to prevent obstruction.
INSTALL DUCTWORK
DUCTING THE 8190FF
- Install insulated ductwork from the 6" ventilation opening to the fresh air inlet hood.
- Tape or mastic the duct to the hood and collar, and seal the duct insulation on the ends using zip ties or tape.
- Install ductwork from the 10" 8190FF collar to a location with air representative of the whole house. If the 10" duct is located in an unconditioned space such as an attic or garage, use insulated duct and tape/seal the duct and insulation as you would the fresh air intake duct. Suggested dehumidifier inlet ducting:
- Install a separate register with 10" collar in the space to be dehumidified.
- Connect the 10" duct to a return air plenum or to the return air duct.
Refer to dehumidifier Installation Instructions and Owner's Manual for instructions for ducting the dehumidifier to your HVAC system.
WIRING THE 8190FF
Remove/turn off the fuse or circuit breaker that provides/will provide power to the dehumidifier before starting wiring. Do not restore power until all wiring is complete.
- Wiring to the Model E100V dehumidifier (see FIGURE 3).
- Use the included switched-power jumper wire and 2-wire connector to attach one of the 8190FF wires to one of the VENT terminals on the dehumidifier user interface.
- Use the power harness included with the E100V dehumidifier to connect the dehumidifier power port to the unused VENT terminal and 8190FF wire.
- Wire to a Model E100 or Model 1850 dehumidifier (see FIGURE 4).
- Use 18-22 AWG wire to attach one of the 8190FF wires to one of the VENT terminals on the dehumidifier user interface.
- Install the 24VAC transformer, preferably to the junction box used for the dehumidifier power outlet. Make sure the fuse or circuit breaker that serves the junction box to which the transformer is to be wired, has been removed/turned off.
- Use 2-wire cable, 22 AWG minimum, to connect the transformer to the unused VENT terminal and 8190FF wire.
FIGURE 3 - WIRING INSTRUCTIONS FOR 8190FF TO E100V
This diagram details the wiring connections for the 8190FF ventilation plenum to the Aprilaire E100V dehumidifier.
Connections are made to the dehumidifier's VENT terminals using the included switched-power jumper wire and a 2-wire connector.
The E100V's power harness is used to connect the dehumidifier power port to an unused VENT terminal and the 8190FF wire.
The diagram shows terminal designations for HVAC Equipment, Thermostat, and an optional Outdoor Temperature Sensor (Model 8052). It lists connections such as Remote Sensor, Dampers, FLOAT Switch, DH, DH, Gh, Rf, Cf, Gs, W, Y, HVAC EQUIP, HVAC EQUIPMENT, THERMOSTAT.
FIGURE 4 - WIRING INSTRUCTIONS FOR 8190FF TO OTHER
This diagram outlines the wiring for the 8190FF ventilation plenum when connected to Aprilaire Model E100 or Model 1850 dehumidifiers, or other HVAC systems.
It requires 18-22 AWG wire to connect the 8190FF to the dehumidifier's VENT terminals.
A separate 24 VAC transformer (10 VA minimum, not included) is necessary. This transformer should be wired using 2-wire cable (22 AWG minimum) to the unused VENT terminal and the 8190FF wire.
The diagram also indicates connections for an optional Outdoor Temperature Sensor (Model 8052) and standard HVAC thermostat wiring, listing similar terminal designations as Figure 3.
