DIY ventilation heat exchanger

03-20-19, 03:24 PM

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Originally Posted by DerekG

What's the worst thing that can happen if some water gets trapped in there?

The filters and/or ventilation motors may get wet.
Excessive moisture may lead to mold.
Enough water can start to clog some of the passages, both reducing efficiency and increasing risk of mold.
In certain situations the water may freeze.

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