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Document 474589

Model XRAE/XRAS

Axial  Exhaust and Supply Fans

Axial Exhaust and Supply Fans

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Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual

Please read and save these instructions for future reference. Read carefully before attempting to assemble, install, 
operate or maintain the product described. Protect yourself and others by observing all safety information. Failure 
to comply with these instructions will result in voiding of the product warranty and may result in personal injury 
and/or property damage.

General Safety Information  

When Installing or Servicing the Fan

Do not depend on any switch as the sole means of 

disconnecting power when installing or servicing the 

fan. Always disconnect, lock and tag power source 

before installing or servicing. Failure to disconnect 

power source can result in fire, shock, or serious 

injury. Motor will restart without warning after thermal 

protector trips. Do not touch operating motor, it may be 

hot enough to cause injury.
Do not place any body parts or objects in fan, motor 

openings, or drives while motor is connected to power 

source.
Do not use this equipment in explosive atmospheres!

  1.  Read and follow all instructions and cautionary 

markings. Make sure electrical power source conforms 
to requirements of equipment and local codes.

  2.  Ventilators should be assembled, installed and serviced 

by a qualified technician. Have all electrical work 
performed by a qualified electrician.

  3.  Follow all local electrical and safety codes in the United 

States and Canada, as well as the National Electrical 
Code (NEC), the Occupational Safety and Health Act 
(OSHA), and the National Fire Protection Association 
(NFPA) Bulletin 96 in the United States. Ground motor 
in accordance with NEC Article 250 (grounding). Follow 
the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC) in Canada.

  4.  Motor and fan must be securely grounded (bare metal) 

to a suitable electric ground, such as a grounded water 
pipe or ground wire system.

In United States, to reduce the risk of injury to persons, 

OSHA complying guards are required when fan is 

installed within 7 feet of floor or working level.
In Canada, to reduce the risk of injury to persons, CSA 

complying guards are required when fan is installed 

below 2.5 meters (8.2 feet) above floor or grade level.

  1.  Do not kink power cable or allow it to come in contact 

with sharp objects, oil, grease, hot surfaces or 
chemicals. Replace damaged cords immediately.

  2.  Make certain that the power source conforms to the 

requirements for the equipment.

  3.  Never open access door to a duct with the ventilator 

running.

  4.  Motor must be securely and adequately grounded. 

This can be accomplished by wiring with a grounded, 
metal-clad race way system by using a separate 
ground wire connected to the bare metal of the motor 
frame or other suitable means.

Pre-Starting Checks

  1.  Inspect for any damage that may have occurred during 

transit.

  2.  Shipping damage claim must be filed with carrier.
  3.  Check all bolts, screws, setscrews, etc. for looseness that 

may have occurred during transit. Retighten as required. 
Rotate propeller by hand to be sure it turns freely.

Installation

Installation, troubleshooting and parts replacement is to 

be performed only by a qualified personnel. Consult and 

follow applicable building codes which will supercede this 

document.

NOTE:

 Refer to motor nameplate for wiring procedures. 

Refer to switch manufacturer for installation and wiring 

procedures. 

  1.  Cut an appropriate sized hole in the roof surface. Follow 

curb manufacturer’s installation instructions. Caulk and 
flash curb to ensure a watertight seal.

  2.  Install optional backdraft damper. Secure damper flange 

to curb damper tray with fasteners provided. 

  3.  Remove motor cover.
  4.  Place ventilator on curb.
  5.  Secure ventilator to roof curb using a minimum of eight 

fasteners.

  6.  Check ventilator propeller for free rotation.
  7.  Check all fasteners for tightness.
  8.  Mount and wire safety disconnect switch under ventilator 

cover and wire motor per wiring diagram on motor.

  9.  Replace motor cover.
 10. Wire control switches at ground level.

Recommended Duct

and Damper Size

Recommended Roof Opening

1.25 in.

Wiring by Others

0.75 in.

8 in. or 12 in.

Optional Disconnect

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