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SAFETY INFORMATION
• Prior to service or cleaning this unit, shut off power supply at the panel and lock to
prevent the power from being turned on. If the panel cannot be locked, clearly mark
the panel with a warning tag to prevent the power from being turned on.
• Do not install in a ceiling with insulation greater than R40. (This is required for installations in
Canada only.)
• Duct work should be installed in a straight line with minimal bends.
• Duct work size must be a minimum of the discharge and should not be reduced.
Reducing the duct size can increase fan noise.
• This ventilating bath fan is intended for residential use only in 1-2 family dwellings.
• Never place a switch where it can be reached from a tub or shower.
• Make sure that the electric service supply voltage is AC 120 V, 60 Hz.
• Always disconnect the power source before working on or near the unit.
• This unit is designed and tested to be a supplemental heater for use with a timer or a switch.
It is not intended to be used as the primary source of heat and controlled by a thermostat.
• To avoid motor bearing damage and noisy and/or unbalanced impellers, keep drywall spray,
construction dust, etc., off power unit.
• Provide a separate 20 AMP circuit.
• This product is designed for ceiling installation only. Do not mount this product in a wall.
• Install in ceiling only, at least 6 in. from any wall.
• For greatest efficiency, install heater so heat is directed toward tub or shower area.
Avoid directing toward walls or windows.
• Do not install less than 8 ft. (2.4 m) from the floor.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
• Read all instructions before installing or using this heater.
• Extreme caution is necessary when any heater is used by or near children or invalids and when-
ever the heater is left operating and unattended.
• Do not operate any heater after it malfunctions. Disconnect power at service panel and have
heater inspected by reputable electrician before reusing.
• Do not use outdoors.
• To disconnect heater, turn controls to OFF and turn off power to heater circuit at main disconnect
panel.
• 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.
• To prevent a possible fire, do not block air intakes or exhaust in any manner.
• 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.
• 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.
• SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
SAFETY INFORMATION
Please read and understand this entire manual before attempting to assemble, operate or install
the product.
• Follow all local safety and electrical codes as well as NEC (National Electrical Code) and OSHA
(Occupational Safety and Health Act).
• This unit must be properly grounded.
• Always disconnect the power supply prior to servicing the fan, motor or junction box.
• Do not bend or kink the power wires. Protect from sharp edges, oil, grease, hot surfaces,
chemicals or other objects.
• Do not install where the room air temperature will exceed 40ºC (104ºF).
• Do not install over a tub or mount in a shower stall enclosure.
• Do not use to exhaust hazardous or explosive vapors.
• Do not install in a cooking area.
• Do not install this fan vertically in a wall.
• Use this unit in the manner intended by the manufacturer. If you have any questions, please call
the manufacturer (customer service number located on last page).
• Installation work must be carried out by a qualified person(s) in accordance with all local and
safety codes including the rules for fire-rated construction. For use in non-fire rated
installations only.
• Sufficient air supply is required for proper combustion and the exhaustion of gases through the
chimney (flue) of fuel burning equipment to prevent back-drafting. See the standards of NFPA
(National Fire Protection Association) and ASHRAE (American Society for Heating Refrigeration
and Air Conditioning Engineers) and the local building code authorities.
• Exercise care to not damage existing wiring when cutting or drilling into walls or ceilings.
• Fans should always be vented to the exterior and in compliance with local codes.
• Do not use this fan with any solid state control device such as a dimmer switch. Solid-state
controls may cause harmonic distortion, which can cause a motor humming noise.
