INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION:
MAKE SURE POWER IS SWITCHED OFF AT
SERVICE PANEL BEFORE STARTING INSTALLATION.
SECTION 1
Preparing the Exhaust Fan
1.
Unpack fan from the carton and confirm that all pieces are present. In addition to the
exhaust fan you should have:
1 - Grill
1 - Damper Assembly (attached)
4 - Mounting Rails
1 - Instruction/Safety Sheet
2.
Choose the location for your fan. To ensure the best air and sound performance, it
is recommended that the length of ducting and the number of elbows be kept to a
minimum, the radius of each elbow be as large as
possible for the installation, and that insulated hard
ducting be used. This fan will require at least 8" of
clearance in the ceiling or wall, and will mount through
drywall up to 3/4" thick. The fan mounts between 16”
or 24” on center joists using the 4 provided mounting
rails.
3.
Select the most convenient electrical knockout and
remove using a straight-blade screw driver
(Figure 1).
4.
No additional vibration deadening materials are needed
for this fan.
SECTION 2
New Construction
1.
Install the rails into the mounting channel on the housing. Center the mounting channel in
the slots on the housing, then from inside the housing tighten the mounting channel screws
so the channel is securely in place. Position the housing next to the joist. Line up housing so
that it will be flush with the finished ceiling. Secure the ends of the rails with screws or nails
(not included) to the joists and slide the housing into the final position
(Figure 2).
SECTION 3
Existing Construction
1.
Set housing in position between the joist and trace an outline onto the ceiling material
(Figure 3).
Set housing aside and cut opening, being careful not to cut or damage any
electrical or other hidden utilities. Install the rails into the mounting channel on the
housing. Center the mounting channel in the slots on the housing, then from inside
the housing tighten the mounting channel screws so the channel is securely in place.
Position the housing in the previously cut hole so that it is flush with the finished ceiling.
Secure the ends of the rails to the joists
(Figure 2).
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SECTION 4
Ducting
NOTE: 4" OR LARGER RIGID DUCT IS RECOMMENDED FOR BEST PERFORMANCE.
CAUTION:
ALL DUCTING MUST COMPLY WITH LOCAL AND
NATIONAL BUILDING CODES.
NOTE:
The ducting from this fan to the outside of the building has a strong effect on the air
flow, noise and energy use of the fan. Use the shortest, straightest duct routing possible
for best performance, and avoid installing the fan with smaller ducts than recommended.
Insulation around the ducts can reduce energy loss and inhibit mold growth. Fans installed
with existing ducts may not achieve their rated air flow.
1.
Connect the ducting to the fan’s duct collar
(Figure 4).
Secure in place using tape
or screw clamp. Always duct the fan to the outside through a wall or roof cap. It is
recommended that low restriction termination fittings be used.
2.
Ensure duct joints and exterior penetrations are sealed with caulk or other similar
material to create an air-tight path to minimize building heat loss or gain and to reduce
the potential for condensation. Place/wrap insulation around duct and/or fan in order to
minimize possible condensation buildup within the duct, as well as building heat loss or
gain
(Figure 5).
SECTION 5
Wiring
CAUTION:
MAKE SURE POWER IS SWITCHED OFF AT
SERVICE PANEL BEFORE STARTING INSTALLATION.
CAUTION:
ALL ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS MUST BE MADE
IN ACCORDANCE WITH LOCAL CODES, ORDINANCES, OR NATIONAL
ELECTRICAL CODE. IF YOU ARE UNFAMILIAR WITH METHODS OF INSTALLING ELECTRICAL
WIRING, SECURE THE SERVICES OF A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.
NOTE:
This unit may include a side access panel for wiring that does not require the removal of
the fan’s blower assembly. If you choose to wire the unit from the inside, you will need to remove
the blower assembly and internal wiring compartment. Both methods are equally effective.
1a. External Wire Compartment (Not included with all models): Remove the wire
compartment cover screw and place cover in a secure place
(Figure 6).
Figure 1
Figure 2
Housing
Joist
Mounting Rails
Ducting
Duct
Collar
Figure 4
Figure 5
Insulation*
(place around and
over Fan Housing
Fan Housing
Power Cable*
Seal gaps
around Housing
Round
Duct*
Seal duct joints
with tape
Round
Elbows*
Wall Cap*
Roof Cap*
(with built-in
damper)
Keep duct
runs short
*Purchase separately
or
Figure 3
Joist
