Installation, Operation & Maintenance Manual
IM-5500
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Sheet metal parts, screws, clips and similar items inherently have sharp edges
and it is necessary that the installer and service personnel exercise caution.
CAUTION
General Installation
The installation of this equipment shall be in accordance with the regulations of authorities having jurisdiction and all applicable codes.
This equipment is to be installed by an experienced installation company and fully trained personnel.
The mechanical installation of the exhaust ventilator consists of making final connections between the unit and building services, duct
connections.
1. Install an appropriate roof curb for the fan size and use. Ensure proper caulking
and flashing are installed for a water-tight seal.
a. Sidewall Mounted Units: A wall mounting bracket is shipped for all fans
meant for sidewall installation. Bolt the wall mount bracket to the wall by
pre-drilling pilot holes and then using eight lag screws to secure the bracket.
2. Any backdraft damper, insect screen or performance baffle should be installed
now. Refer to the
Performance Baffle Installation
section for details.
3. Perform fan pre-check. See
Check, Test & Start Procedure
section for a full
checklist.
4. Perform installation of any externally mounted accessories that were shipped
loose with the fan.
5. Remove the fan motor housing cover by removing the four screws. See Motor
Housing Cover Removal images to the right for reference on screw location.
6.
a. Roof Mounted Units: Place the unit onto the roof curb. Secure the fan to the
curb with eight lag screws or other suitable fasteners. Verify that the fan is
oriented to facilitate installation of wiring.
b. Sidewall Mounted Units: Align and then affix the fan onto the wall mounting
bracket using the hardware provided. NOTE: The drain should always be
facing directly down and the vent tube to the lower right corner. See image
below for drain and vent tube location.
c. NOTE: If curb hinge, security latch or retaining chain accessories are selected,
please reference the Curb Hinge, Security Hasp and/or Retaining Chain
installation instructions towards the back of this manual.
7. Follow the
Motor Wiring and Installation
instructions section. Verify installation
of any accessories that were shipped loose with the unit.
8. Affix the motor housing cover back onto the unit.
Upblast
Motor housing cover removal
Downblast
Twin City Fan
Wall mounted unit with correct drain and vent
tube location
