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MODEL 512M
THROUGH-THE-WALL VENTILATOR

WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY 

TO PERSONS, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:

1.   Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer. If 

you have questions, contact the manufacturer at the address or 

telephone number listed below the warranty.

2.   Before servicing or cleaning unit, switch power off at service panel 

and lock the service disconnecting means to prevent power from 

being switched on accidentally. When the service disconnecting 

means cannot be locked, securely fasten a prominent warning 

device, such as a tag, to the service panel.

3.   Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by qualified 

person(s) in accordance with all applicable codes and standards, 

including fire-rated construction codes and standards.

4.   Sufficient air is needed for proper combustion and exhausting of 

gases through the flue (chimney) of fueling equipment to prevent 

backdrafting. Follow the heating equipment manufacturer’s guide-

line and safety standards such as those published by the National 

Fire Protection Association (NFPA), and the American Society for 

Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE), 

and the local code authorities.

WARNING

5.   When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not damage electrical 

wiring and other hidden utilities.

6.   Ducted fans must always be vented to the outdoors.

7.   To reduce the risk of fire, use only metal ductwork.
8.   This unit must be grounded.

INSTALL THE VENTILATOR

WARNING: 

WHEN CUTTING OR DRILLING INTO WALL, 

DO NOT CUT EXISTING ELECTRICAL WIRING.

CAUTION: 

Do not mount the ventilator above a cooking 

surface.

CAUTION:

 Measure and mark the center of wall opening 

on inside and outside walls before cutting opening.

1.   Cut a 6-3/8" diameter opening in the outside wall.

2.  If using the adjustable duct, cut a 6-3/8" diameter opening in the 

inside wall. If not, cut a 6-1/8" diameter opening in the inside wall.

3. Unplug motor, loosen screw and remove electrical wiring box  

cover.

4. Push electrical wiring box into housing and lift out.
Note: For easier removal of wiring box, remove the motor assembly. 

Loosen the mounting screws and rotate the motor assembly clockwise.

READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

VENTILATOR

GRILLE

WALL

CAP

ADJUSTABLE

DUCT

5¼"  TO 10"

CAUTION

1.   For general ventilating use only. Do not use to exhaust hazardous 

or explosive materials and vapors.

2.  To avoid motor bearing damage and noisy and/or unbalanced 

impellers, keep drywall spray, construction dust, etc. off power unit.

3.   Please read specification label on product for further information 

and requirements.

4.  The wearing of safety glasses and gloves is recommended when 

installing, maintaining or cleaning the unit to reduce the risk of 

injury that could be caused by the presence of thin metal and/or 

high moving parts.

If this fan is to be used to ventilate a garage:

A.  Use only in single family, residential garages

B.  Install in a GFCI protected branch circuit

C.  To help offset the risk posed by high concentrations of vapors from 

paints, glues, solvents, and fuels, install fan at least 18 inches 

(0.5m) above the floor

D. NEVER run a vehicle or use a fuel burning appliance inside of 

a garage.  Deadly levels of carbon monoxide can build up in the 

area.  Using this garage fan, or opening windows and doors, will 

NOT supply enough fresh air to eliminate the danger.

E.  Run regularly if exposed to salty air environments

F.   Extra cleaning may be required due to possible dirty surroundings

PLAN THE INSTALLATION

The ventilator can be installed in outside walls walls up to 10" thick. Walls 

less than 6" thick will not use the adjustable duct. Choose a location 

with no obstructions, such as wall studs, plumbing or electrical wiring.
The ventilator can be controlled using a wall switch or speed control 

(available separately).

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