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MODELS 170F & 174F
FAN FORCED WALL HEATERS
FINISH ASSEMBLIES
FOR USE WITH BROAN MODEL 171H ROUGH-IN HOUSING
PLANNING
This wall heater finish assembly is intended for installation into a
Broan Model 171H rough-in housing — after the wall has been
completed.
The heater can be operated using the Broan Model 86W Line-
Voltage Thermostat from a wall location or the Broan Model 83
Integral Thermostat installed into heater. Purchase the control
separately.
The table below lists the ratings for each model.
MODELS VOLTS AMPS
WATTS
BTU/HR
120 8.33/4.16
1000/500
3413/1707
170F
240 4.16
1000
3413
208 3.61
750
2560
120 12.5/6.25 1500/750 5120/2560
174F
240 6.25
1500
5120
208 5.41 1125
3640
BOLD ratings are factory wired. See "OPTIONAL WIRING
CONVERSIONS" section for wattage and voltage conversion
instructions.
Follow these basic steps when installing this heater:
• Remove the housing mask.
• Fasten finish assembly inside housing.
• Plug assembly in.
• Attach grille.
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IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE
INSTALLING OR USING THIS HEATER.
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 in 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 a qualified
person(s) in accordance with all applicable codes and standards,
including fire-rated construction codes and standards.
4. When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not damage electrical
wiring and other hidden utilities.
5. This heater is hot when in use. To avoid burns, do not let bare skin
touch hot surfaces. Keep combustible materials, such as furniture,
pillows, bedding, papers, clothes, etc. and curtains at least 3 feet (0.9
m) from the front of the heater.
6. Extreme caution is necessary when any heater is used by or near
children or invalids and whenever the heater is left operating and
unattended.
7. Do not operate any heater after it malfunctions. Disconnect
power at service panel and have heater inspected by a reputable
electrician before reusing.
8. Do not use outdoors.
9. To disconnect heater, turn controls to off, and turn off power to
heater circuit at main disconnect panel (or operate internal
disconnect switch, if provided).
10. Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any ventilation or
exhaust opening, as this may cause an electric shock or fire, or
damage the heater.
11. To prevent a possible fire, do not block air intakes or exhaust in
any manner.
12. A heater has hot and arcing or sparking parts inside. Do not use it
in areas where gasoline, paint, or flammable vapors or liquids are
used or stored.
13. Use this heater only as described in this manual. Any other use
not recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric
shock, or injury to persons.
14. Install heater at least 6 inches from floor or any adjacent wall.
15. To avoid electrical shock: Do not install unit in a tub or shower
enclosure or any location where it may come in contact with water.
Never place a switch where it can be reached from a tub or shower.
16. This product may ONLY be installed horizontally in a wall. Do not
mount in any other position.
17. Do not connect heater to dimmer switch or speed control.
18. This product must be grounded.
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